Quality Assurance Advisor

Babcock International; Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 100 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible work hours

Hybrid work arrangement

Learning & development (LinkedIn)

Résumé du poste

Babcock Australasia in Abbotsford, VIC is seeking a Quality Assurance Advisor to support a Defence communications program. You will conduct audits, review OQE, and help maintain ISO 9001 certification while engaging with project teams and suppliers to drive quality and compliance.

The role involves implementing QA processes, supporting corrective actions, and contributing to continuous improvement in a fast-paced Defence environment.

Qualifications

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
• Tertiary qualification in Quality, Business Management related field or equivalent qualification associated with an engineering, technical or maintenance environment.
• Experience in a role applicable to Quality Assurance role.
• Experience in Process Improvement applying Lean/Six Sigma concepts.
• A sound knowledge of Business Management System auditing techniques.
• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Auditor training.

Responsabilités

• Conduct audits and review Objective Quality Evidence (OQE).
• Maintain ISO 9001 certification requirements.
• Support supplier quality activities across the program.

Connaissances

Quality Assurance experience

Lean/Six Sigma

Auditing techniques

ISO 9001 training

Defence clearance

Australian citizenship

Formation

Quality, Business Management related qualification

Description du poste

Quality Assurance Advisor

Location: Abbotsford, VIC, AU, 3067

Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid

• Full time, permanent role based in Abbotsford, Victoria.
• Support a critical Defence communications program with national impact.
• Be part of a collaborative team focused on quality and operational excellence.

About the Role

Join Babcock and contribute to the delivery of a critical Defence capability as a Quality Assurance Advisor within the JP9101 High Frequency Communications Program based in Abbotsford, Victoria. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant outcomes that support the Australian Defence Force's communications capability.

Working closely with project teams, suppliers and quality leaders, you will support the implementation and continuous improvement of quality assurance processes across the program. From conducting audits and reviewing Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) to maintaining ISO 9001 certification requirements and supporting supplier quality activities, you'll help ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance and operational excellence are achieved.

You'll be a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing guidance on quality-related matters, supporting corrective and preventive actions, and contributing to process improvements that drive better outcomes for both the customer and the business. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in program reviews, Integrated Product Teams, supplier engagements and continuous improvement initiatives that make a real impact.

This role is ideal for a quality professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving compliance, continuous improvement and quality excellence within a highly regarded Defence program. In return, you'll join a global organisation with strong values, career development opportunities and the chance to support projects that matter.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
• Tertiary qualification in Quality, Business Management related field or equivalent qualification associated with an engineering, technical or maintenance environment.
• Experience in a role applicable to Quality Assurance role.
• Experience in Process Improvement applying Lean/Six Sigma concepts.
• A sound knowledge of Business Management System auditing techniques.
• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Auditor training.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
• As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant

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