Quality Assurance Officer

Apprise Consulting Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPEAN is seeking a Quality Assurance Officer for a permanent, full-time role based in Sydney, NSW. You will ensure products and services meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, performing tests, documenting results, and supporting process improvements.

Responsibilities include QA inspections, developing QC plans for mechanical systems and welding, maintaining SOPs and batch records, investigating defects, and coordinating third-party inspections with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in quality assurance or a similar field.
• Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance.
• Solid knowledge of relevant regulatory standards.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent data collection and analysis skills, with strong analytical, problem-solving and meticulous documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine QA inspections and testing of materials and components to ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop and implement quality control plans (QCP) and inspection test plans (ITP) for mechanical systems, welding, and assembly operations.
• Maintain, review and update SOPs, batch records and product specifications.
• Investigate quality issues, identify root causes and prepare reports on non-conforming materials or processes.
• Collaborate with design, production and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality assurance

ISO 9001

WHS

Documentation

Testing

Root cause analysis

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Quality Assurance Officer position available in all states NSW, Qld, Vic, & WA. At NEPEAN™ we are proud to be Australia's leading privately owned engineering, mining services and industrial manufacturing organisation. We have unique capabilities to deliver high value, innovative and sustainable solutions for the world’s leading mining, construction, and transport companies.

Over the last 40 years, hard work, technical credibility, and a willingness to tackle very difficult projects have earned NEPEAN an enviable reputation. Today our organisation employs over 1400 people across six continents and distributes products to more than 65 countries. We service our customers through multiple businesses in our portfolio: NEPEAN Building and Infrastructure (Galserv, Galintel, Weldlok), NEPEAN Engineering and Innovation, NEPEAN Power, Mining (NEPEAN Longwall), PROK, NEPEAN Conveyors, NEPEAN Transport, Gurtec, Roxon, and NEPEAN Belting Mackay.

The Role As QA Officer, you are responsible for ensuring that all products and services consistently meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This involves performing tests, identifying defects, documentation, and assisting in process improvements.

Your Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Conduct routine quality assurance inspections and testing of materials, components to ensure compliance with Australian Standards and ISO 9001 quality requirements, Develop and implement quality control plans (QCP) and inspection test plans (ITP) for mechanical systems, welding, and assembly operations

Maintain, review, and update quality documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch records, and, in some cases, product specifications. Monitor and ensure product quality throughout the production process, following ISO 9001 and industry-specific standards. Investigate product quality issues, identify root causes, and prepare reports on non-conforming materials or processes

Prepare detailed quality documentation including test reports, inspection records, and final dossiers for client handover. Collaborate with design, production, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues and ensure continuous improvement of products. Ensure testing equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and used according to protocols

Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements in all QA-related activities. Coordinate third-party inspections and liaise with suppliers to verify conformance of mechanical parts and supplied materials, ensuring they meet company standards

Document quality assurance activities and create audit reports. To be considered for this role, you must have the following: Previous work experience in quality assurance or a similar field.

Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance. Solid knowledge of relevant regulatory standards. Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Excellent data collection and analysis skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills, with high attention to detail.

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life which also included various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

Salary: Between $75,000 and $85,000 per annum + Super