Construction Quality Lead 2.0

Snowy Hydro; Tantangara; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Extra leave above NES

Service awards program

Employee referrals

Job summary

Snowy Hydro Limited seeks a Construction Quality Lead 2.0 to direct and implement on-site quality management across multi-site fronts of the Snowy 2.0 project. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, collaborate with major contractors, and drive proactive quality improvements to meet Employer’s Requirements and contract obligations.

You will oversee inspections, QA records, and audits across 14:7 FIFO/DIDO operations, ensuring compliance with HSE standards and project plans.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.

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.

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Aconex

QA 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