Specialist Independent Assurance Engineer

ASC External; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Generous parental leave

Discounts and exclusive offers

Job summary

ASC Pty Ltd in Adelaide, South Australia, seeks an experienced Specialist Independent Assurance Engineer to establish and embed ASC’s independent assurance for the SSN AUKUS program. You will lead audits and reviews to ensure safety, quality and regulatory performance, while driving actionable insights to executives.

The role requires collaboration with engineering, regulators, and program teams, with out-of-hours engagement as needed, and a strong focus on safety culture and continuous

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Science.
• Experience in nuclear or highly regulated industries.
• Ability to develop and enhance assurance or safety management frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder collaboration and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and embed the independent assurance framework for the SSN-AUKUS program.
• Drive audits, reviews and assessments for safety, quality and regulatory performance.
• Provide clear, actionable insights to leaders to inform decisions.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and ensure corrective actions.
• Partner with engineering, regulatory and program teams to strengthen compliance.
• Support regulatory inspections and licensing activities.
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, learning and continuous improvement.
• Build and lead a high-performing assurance capability.

Skills

Strong communicator

Influencing

Stakeholder management

Adaptable and resilient

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Job description

About the Opportunity

The Specialist Independent Assurance Engineer role will establish, build and embed ASC’s independent assurance capability for the SSN AUKUS program, providing confidence that nuclear safety, security, quality and regulatory requirements are being effectively delivered.

This role is responsible for ensuring risks are identified early, standards are upheld and the organisation is ready for regulatory and stakeholder scrutiny. Working with senior leaders, regulators and technical experts, to drive confidence, strengthen organisational performance whilst fostering a culture of excellence, learning and accountability. This role champions a strong nuclear mindset, continuous improvement and a culture of constructive challenge.

This is a full-time opportunity based in SA.

Engagement with international partners is necessary for this role, therefore out of hours meetings/work required.

Note: This role is established early in ASCs Nuclear pathway. Therefore, this role will change with the evolving needs of the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and embed the independent assurance framework that supports the safe and successful delivery of the SSN-AUKUS program.
• Drive audits, reviews and assessments that provide confidence in safety, quality and regulatory performance.
• Deliver clear, actionable insights to leaders, helping shape informed decisions and stronger program outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for improvement, track key findings and ensure meaningful corrective actions are delivered.
• Partner with engineering, regulatory and program teams to strengthen compliance and operational excellence.
• Support regulatory inspections, assurance reviews and licensing activities, ensuring the organisation is inspection-ready.
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, learning and continuous improvement across the business.
• Build and lead a high-performing assurance capability, drawing on industry best practice and innovation.

About you

• Degree qualified in Engineering or Science
• Experienced in nuclear, safety, quality, regulatory or other highly regulated, high-risk industries.
• Proven ability to develop and enhance assurance, compliance or safety management frameworks.
• Skilled at influencing, collaborating and building strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Confident providing objective challenge and navigating complex issues with sound judgement.
• Strong communicator who can translate technical information into clear and practical insights.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Proficiency managing regulatory documentation and maintaining compliance records

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

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.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 3000-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.