Project Management Graduate Program (Jan 2027)

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.

Our Corporate Graduate Program is a unique and exciting early careers pathway dedicated to providing meaningful work, growth, and security, while contributing directly to Australia’s national security. Our graduates will receive tailored mentoring and support whilst gaining exposure through rotations across a range of departments prior to settling in a specific area at the end of the Program.

We are seeking Project Management Graduates who have recently completed a degree in:

• Project Management
• Business
• Commerce
• Construction Management

This is a structured 2-year program commencing in January 2027, located in Henderson, Western Australia. This program offers outstanding individuals the opportunity to:

• Launch and grow their project management career with a leading Australian defence organisation
• Be exposed to, and collaborate with, various business units within ASC such as Finance, Commercial, Engineering, Program Delivery, Forward Planning, PMO, Supply Chain, Quality, WHSE
• Plan and develop schedules for various business programs
• Contribute to the identification of risks and support risk management activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain project management systems to support governance, compliance, and reporting requirements across multiple programs of work

• 2-year rotational program
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose
• A range of courses and training tailored by our dedicated Learning & Development team
• Designated mentoring program
• A growing and active Graduate Community
• Free onsite GP Clinics
• 10 days additional leave every year
• Onsite cafeteria, gym & parking
• Fitness Passport – entitles you to visit a multitude of health facilities at your convenience
• Generous parental leave and subsidised childcare
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work
• Volunteer leave to contribute back to the community
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive

This role requires:

• A current National Police Clearance
• An Australian Defence Security Clearance

Your eligibility for this role is dependent on obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

Important:
Whilst ASC will accept all applications, this role requires access to protected US defence technology. Applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries may not be eligible. To check your eligibility, please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2,500-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.