ASC Pty Ltd has extended its partnership with veteran-owned Sayres Australia to support the development of requirements and specialised training programs for Australia’s submarine workforce.
Under a $2 million contract expansion, Sayres Australia will continue its work designing and developing Navy training courses linked to the Collins Class Submarine Life of Type Extension, while also supporting tailored training for ASC employees sustaining the Collins Class fleet and the growing workforce associated with the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine sustainment program.
In a media release, ASC said the training programs will be developed over the next three years and will focus on technical proficiency and operational readiness.
ASC Chief People and Workforce Development Officer Jo Horne said the collaboration reflected the company’s approach to workforce development.
“Partnering with Sayres Australia brings deep Defence expertise into our workforce while supporting veterans in meaningful civilian careers,” Horne said.
She added that Sayres Australia’s “proven training capability makes them an ideal collaborator as we expand our submarine sustainment and future capability”.
Sayres Australia Chief Executive Craig Powell said the company welcomed the expanded role. “We’re proud to continue and expand our support to ASC in developing high-impact training aligned with Australia’s Defence objectives,” Powell said.
“Our team understands the demands of Defence environments and is committed to equipping ASC personnel with the skills to excel in support of this important national endeavour.”
ASC said the partnership aligns with its broader focus on building a skilled, sovereign Defence workforce, while Sayres Australia noted that around three-quarters of its workforce are veterans or veterans’ family members, contributing operational and Defence training experience to the collaboration.
