Construction Quality Lead 2.0

Snowy Hydro Limited; Snowy Monaro; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Additional leave

Service recognition program

Job summary

Snowy Hydro Limited is seeking a Construction Quality Lead 2.0 to lead onsite quality across multiple project fronts at the Tantangra site. The role drives QA oversight, validates contractor work, and ensures compliance with Employer’s Requirements and contract terms on a 14:7 FIFO/DIDO roster.

You will manage a multidisciplinary quality team, coordinate inspections and third-party verifications, and maintain quality records while upholding HSE standards.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience leading high-performing quality teams on large-scale infrastructure/energy projects.
• Experience in QA/QC in construction, preferably on civil projects.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and construction codes/standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in QA inspections and audits.
• Proficiency with QA systems and digital reporting platforms.
• Desirable: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification; familiarity with Aconex/completions software.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary, site-based quality team to ensure construction meets Employer’s Requirements, technical specifications, and contract obligations.
• Collaborate with contractors to drive a proactive quality culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and resolve quality risks across major project fronts to prevent legacy issues.
• Coordinate and oversee quality inspections, testing regimes, and third-party verifications.
• Manage quality records, NCRs, Lots/Databooks, and completions documentation.
• Manage shift rostering and resourcing for continuous multi-shift quality coverage.
• Maintaining Health, Safety, and Environment compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Contractor collaboration

ISO 9001 knowledge

Digital reporting

Education

Construction Management or Engineering degree

Engineers Australia membership desirable

Tools

QA systems

Aconex / completions software

Job description

The Construction Quality Lead 2.0 acts directly on behalf of the Snowy 2.0 Owners Team, leading and implementing critical onsite quality management and assurance across project locations. Leading a team across multi-disciplinary site fronts the role oversees major contractor activities—including FGJV and Voith Hydro—ensuring all construction works strictly comply with the Employer’s Requirements, technical specifications, and contract terms. By proactively collaborating with contractors and driving leadership in quality standards, the Quality Lead prevents issues, fosters contemporary quality records, and manages QA oversight across multi-shift operations. This site-based position operates on a 14:7 FIFO/DIDO roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary, site-based quality team to ensure construction meets the Employer’s Requirements, technical specifications, and contract obligations.
• Work collaboratively with our contractors to drive a proactive quality culture and advocate for continuous improvement initiatives and resolve issues early.
• Identify and resolve quality risks across major project fronts to prevent short, medium, and long-term legacy issues affecting Snowy 2.0 performance.
• Coordinate and oversee quality inspections, testing regimes, and third-party verifications.
• Manage quality records, including NCRs, Lots/Databooks, and completions documentation.
• Manage shift rostering and resourcing for continuous multi-shift quality coverage.
• Maintaining strict Health, Safety, and Environment compliance, and adherence to project plans.

About the location

This role is based at our Tantangra site, working on a 14/7 FIFO/DIDO Roster.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. Eligibility for Corporate Membership of Engineers Australia desirable.
• Proven leadership skills with demonstrated experience managing high-performing quality teams and collaborating seamlessly with major contractor teams to drive project excellence.
• Experience in QA/QC roles within construction, preferably on large-scale infrastructure/energy or civil projects.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001, construction codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing QA/QC processes, inspections, and audits.
• Proficiency with QA systems, tools, and digital reporting platforms.
• Desirable: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification, familiarity with construction management software (e.g. Aconex, completions software).

About our workforce

At Snowy 2.0, we live by the principle of "One Team Working Together." If you are a collaborative leader who leads through partnership and open teamwork, as well as a skilled problem-solver passionate about driving real impact, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of renewable energy. Together, we’ll deliver one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Australia’s history.

A few of the benefits we provide

• An annual performance based bonus.
• We provide additional leave over and above the minimum National Employment Standards.
• A Service Award Program - employees reaching continuous employment anniversaries receive additional benefits.
• An employee referral plan - good employees attract similar colleagues.

Position Description

Construction Quality Lead 2.0

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2 years maximum term contract, full-time hours