About the Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Identification Card (NSSIC)
A Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Identification Card (NSSIC) is a physical card that shows you had a valid background check, with no relevant criminal offences.
It’s also an access card that gives you unescorted access to Osborne Naval Shipyard.
Organisations (called responsible entities) at Osborne Naval Shipyard decide whether to issue you an NSSIC. Our background check is part of the process.
Who needs an NSSIC
Your employer will tell you if you need an NSSIC.
You must have an NSSIC if you need unescorted access to Osborne Naval Shipyard.
Cost
See fees for background checks.
Validity
An NSSIC is valid for 2 years.
When to apply
Apply at least 6 weeks before you need to use an NSSIC.
Most applications are processed sooner, but allowing extra time helps avoid delays.
How to apply
Follow these steps to apply for an NSSIC.
After you apply
AusCheck will arrange for our partner agencies to do a background check.
Application processing times vary based on individual circumstances and the complexity of each applicant’s background.
Background checks can take up to 6 to 8 weeks.
Learn more about how long background checks take.
Possible results
We'll let you and your responsible entity know when your Critical Infrastructure Background Check Outcome (CIBCO) is ready.
Your CIBCO is a digital record of your background check result. It includes:
- your name and photograph
- the date you applied for our background check
- details of any relevant criminal offences
- whether the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) has issued an adverse or qualified security assessment
- whether you have the right to work in Australia.
If we find relevant criminal offences, you’ll have a chance to respond to us before we make a final decision. Find out how we handle unfavourable results.
Your responsible entity uses the CIBCO to help them decide whether to issue you an NSSIC. They’ll tell you when your NSSIC is ready to collect.
If you aren’t issued an NSSIC
If you disagree with the decision not to issue an NSSIC, contact your responsible entity.
Once you have a CIBCO
There are important rules you must follow to manage your CIBCO.