Quality Assurance Advisor

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working policies with flexible/2

Leave entitlements including wellbeing

Paid parental leave

Defence reservist leave

LinkedIn Learning access

Study leave

Novated leasing options

Corporate shares plan

Job summary

Babcock Australasia is seeking a Quality Assurance Advisor for the JP9101 High Frequency Communications Program based in Abbotsford, Victoria. You will ensure high-quality, compliant outcomes to support the Australian Defence Force’s communications capability.

In this role you will audit, review OQE, maintain ISO 9001 compliance, and drive supplier quality activities while collaborating with project teams to implement QA improvements and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Quality, Business Management or related field.
• Experience in a role applicable to Quality Assurance.
• Experience in Lean/Six Sigma and process improvement.
• Knowledge of auditing techniques and ISO 9001:2015 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and review Objective Quality Evidence (OQE).
• Maintain ISO 9001 certification requirements and support supplier quality activities.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of QA processes across the program.
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on quality-related matters and drive corrective actions.
• Participate in program reviews and supplier engagements to improve outcomes.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Quality Assurance

Auditing techniques

Stakeholder guidance

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quality/Business Management or related field

Tools

ISO 9001:2015 Auditor training

Job description

• 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.

• 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 our mission

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au

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.

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