Pipe Fitter - International Placements

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them. 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.

We have immediate opportunities for skilled people to undertake world-leading training in the United States (U.S), setting you up for a secure career back home in the nuclear-powered submarine program - Australia's largest-ever industrial endeavour. Deployments are commencing before the end of 2024 and throughout 2025.

You will have access to cutting edge training in Pearl Harbor (Hawaii) for 12-24 months.

Role & Responsibilities

As a Pipe Fitter on this program, you will support the pipe fitting functions with a strong emphasis on Safety Performance, Quality and Technical standards.

To be successful in this role, you will have trade qualifications in a metal trade discipline, with knowledge of pipe fabrication and installation, Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems, testing and verification techniques. Your experience would have been gained in the manufacture, installation, test and verification of Piping Systems in the Construction, Heavy Engineering, Defence, or Shipbuilding industries. Knowledge of CNC Pipe Bending machines, Draw Bending and other various manual bending techniques would also be favourable.

The training will be a combination of classroom-based training and on the job learning.

Opportunities are available immediately and individuals wishing to express interest in a position should be available and interested in being repatriated in the near term.

At the completion of your deployment, you will return to Western Australia to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines.

Please note this is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.

Eligibility Criteria

The successful person will possess:

• Trade Qualification - Metal Trade.
• 1-5 years (Max. 5 years) experience in a similar role.
• Experience with working in restricted areas and confined spaces.
• Proven ability to be flexible and an eagerness to learn and develop new skills.

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.

What are the benefits?

We’re here to support you prior to departing for the U.S. and when you are overseas. As an ASC employee working in the U.S., you will have access to a host of great benefits:

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States for the next 12-24 months (Pearl Harbour)
• Work on U.S. Virginia Class nuclear-powered submarines and cutting-edge nuclear technology.
• Undertake world-leading training in nuclear technology.
• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working in the U.S. (such as cost of living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)
• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program.
• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900-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.

Find your deeper purpose working with submarines at ASC.

Next Steps

• Applicants who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted as soon as possible for a brief, initial phone call to discuss further information on the opportunity and to discuss eligibility. From there, you may be invited to interview.
• Applicants who are not shortlisted will also be notified via email and at the earliest opportunity.