Supply Chain Graduate - Corporate Graduate Program (Jul 2025)

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.

About the opportunity

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 Supply Chain Graduates who have recently completed their university degree, or are due to complete before program commencement in July 2025, this is a structured 2-year program where graduates will have the opportunity to develop within an internationally accredited supply chain organisation, with exposure through the four sub-capabilities of the supply chain – Inventory, Warehousing and Logistics, Procurement, and Australian Industry Capability (AIC). We have multiple opportunities in Osborne, South Australia and Henderson, Western Australia. This program offers outstanding individuals the opportunity to 

• Solidify their supply chain career with a leading defence organisation.
• Develop professional skillsets within the four sub-capabilities of the supply chain group
• Build relationships and networks, locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Achieving goals and targets within rotations that support delivery of Australia’s submarine capability.
• Participating in the Graduate Development Program leading into long term career development and opportunities.

What the ASC Graduate Program will offer

• 2 year rotational program 
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose 
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work-life balance
• A range of courses and training tailored by our dedicated Learning & Development team
• Designated Trainers and Mentors
• Graduate Community (Presentations/Meet ups)
• 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, whenever you like and without being limited to just one
• Generous parental leave and subsidised childcare
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work
• Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save

Eligibility

This role requires a 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.

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.

Pre-register now and we will let you know once this opportunity opens!