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Submariners are astronauts of the deep, or the elite Service of the Navy. The technology and sophistication of today's submarines is akin to the space program. Being a part of this Service will test you to your limits, but you will be one of a select few who get to wear the 'Dolphins', a badge of distinction.
Submarines are actually quieter than surface vessels like ships and more stable due to the depth they travel at. The underwater environment they operate in is a complex world, where sound is the main source of information. A detailed understanding of this environment and the submarine's own noise output are critical factors in achieving one of our primary aims, to remain undetected.
The Collins Project was initiated in the early 1980s to provide an Australian-built group of submarines to replace the ageing Oberon class. Six submarines were delivered into service from 1996, having been developed from a Swedish Navy blueprint. They travel large distances quickly and quietly, diving to depths in excess of 180 metres and travelling at speeds greater than 20 knots when submerged.
We are looking for what we call 'extroverted introverts'. People who can get along with their fellow submariners, but are still able to mentally occupy their own space, even as others surround them. Learn More
A lot of a submariner's work is secret and you will not be able to talk about it with family and friends. This is where your relationship with your fellow submariners becomes so important, as they are the ones you will be sharing many of the highs and lows of the job with. Learn More
Submariners receive a great pay package and also qualify for all of the fantastic benefits offered by the Australian Defence Force, like full medical and dental cover and the House Purchase Assistance Scheme. Learn More
