ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
About the Opportunity
We’re seeking a Technical Governance Manager to lead ASC’s engineering governance activities, ensuring compliance with technical standards, safety obligations, and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Head of Technical Governance and Assurance, you’ll manage a high-performing team responsible for developing and maintaining governance frameworks that support Australia’s nuclear and conventional submarine programs. This role is critical in driving continuous improvement, influencing technical change, and strengthening ASC’s governance culture across multiple sites.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of engineering governance frameworks and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with technical standards, safety obligations, and regulatory requirements across ASC.
- Oversee governance activities, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with ASC’s strategic objectives.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships to influence positive change and promote governance initiatives.
- Manage budgets and resources to optimise governance activities across multiple programs and locations.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation in governance processes and tools.
- Provide leadership and clear direction to team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
About you
- Hold tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Asset Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience leading technical teams in high-risk, regulated environments.
- Strong background in engineering governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
- Skilled in developing and implementing strategies that improve safety and technical governance.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to drive organisational change.
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
Established in 1985, ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
We will review applications in January 2026