Quality Engineer - Automated Warehousing / DC

Kion Group AG; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Exclusive health cover via Medibank

Competitive salary + super

Dynamic team within a larger org

Career Development and Global Opportun

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Corporate discounts on car rentals and

Paid Parental Leave + super: 12 weeks

Purchase Leave

Study Assistance

Social Club

Employee Referral Bonus Programme

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a Project & Supplier Quality Engineer in Belrose, NSW or Acacia Ridge, QLD to support automated material handling projects across ANZ. You will ensure quality is planned, executed, and improved from design to commissioning, partnering with delivery teams and customers as a key liaison.

In this role you’ll drive robust quality processes, engage stakeholders, and participate in on-site activities such as audits and feedback reviews while guiding cross-functional teams toward

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in a Quality Engineering or Project Quality role.
• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline.
• Certified Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor for ISO9001 QMS.
• Strong experience with supplier and subcontractor quality management.
• Experience in project-based environments, ideally automation or construction.
• Proven root cause analysis using Fishbone, 5 Whys, 8D, DMAIC, PDCA.
• Familiarity with poka-yoke and automated/control systems error-proofing.
• Quality certifications such as CQE, CRE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is well regarded.
• Effective communicator with external and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel to customer sites.
• Proven ability to lead productive discussions and align teams.
• Collaborative working style across engineering, operations, SMEs, customers.
• Strong analytical capability with Minitab, Power BI, Microsoft Office.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is regarded.
• Australian work rights: PR or Citizenship with a valid Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop & implement Project Qualification Plans with key stakeholders.
• Lead investigations with root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Lead project management process audits and monitor actions.
• Lead on-site and supplier quality audits to identify risks early.
• Visit customer sites to evaluate processes and improve strategies.
• Engage internal stakeholders to review quality performance and expectations.
• Lead quality initiatives across project execution through cross-functional collaboration.
• Facilitate cross-functional discussions to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Supplier Quality Mgmt

Automation/Construction

Effective Communicator

Travel Willingness

Education

Engineering/Quality qualification

Lead Auditor ISO 9001

Tools

Minitab

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Work on large‐scale automated material handling projects across ANZ
• Influence quality outcomes across full project lifecycle. Not manufacturing/software QA
• High visibility role working directly with customers, suppliers, and delivery teams

We offer:

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WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Fitness Passport – Enjoy discounted access to gyms, pools, and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family, making it easier and more affordable to stay active
• Exclusive health cover via Medibank – 9% discount on corporate health plans designed to fit every lifestyle, life stage, and budget
• Competitive salary + super
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic team within a larger organisation
• Career Development and Global Opportunities
• Salary packaging and novated leasing available
• Corporate discounts on car rentals and IT products/accessories
• Paid Parental Leave + super: 12 weeks for primary carer/2 weeks secondary
• Purchase Leave
• Study Assistance
• Social Club
• Employee Referral Bonus Programme

THE OPPORTUNITY

With a strong pipeline of exciting projects, Dematic is seeking a Project & Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team, based in either Belrose, NSW or Acacia Ridge, Qlds.

In this dynamic role you will support the delivery of complex automated material handling systems across customer‐facing projects. Embedded within project delivery teams, this role ensures quality is planned, executed, and continuously improved across the full project lifecycle, from design and supplier engagement through installation and commissioning.

As a Quality Engineer, you will apply your expertise in quality and project management to maintain product reliability, strengthen customer confidence, and foster continuous improvement across customer‐facing projects.

If you are a proactive, analytical self‐starter who collaborates effectively, confidently guides cross‐functional teams, and applies structured root cause analysis to drive sustainable corrective actions, we would love to hear from you. Join us to help develop robust quality processes and support our commitment to excellence through engagement with customers and key stakeholders, including participation in on‐site activities such as quality audits and feedback reviews.

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

• Develop & implement Project Qualification Plans with key stakeholders.
• Lead problem investigations to apply effective root cause analysis, corrective and preventive measures
• Lead project management process audits & effectively monitor timely fulfillment and actions implementations
• Lead and support on‐site & supplier quality audits, identifying risks early and helping teams prevent repeat issues
• Visit customer sites to evaluate processes, collaborate on improvement strategies, and foster solid working relationships
• Engage internal stakeholders to review quality performance, discuss feedback, and align on shared expectations
• Lead quality initiatives across project execution functions through effective cross‐functional collaboration
• Facilitate routine cross‐functional discussions to align priorities, remove obstacles, and support timely resolution of quality issuesTasks and Qualifications:

  SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

  • Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Quality Engineering or Project Quality role
  • Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline
  • Certified Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification (in ISO9001 QMS standards) by recognised RTO
  • Strong experience with supplier and subcontractor quality management practices
  • Experience in project‐based environments, ideally automated material handling, automation, or construction
  • Proven root cause analysis capability using tools such as Fishbone, 5 Whys, and 8D, DMAIC, PDCA
  • Familiarity with automated or control systems error‐proofing (poka‐yoke) solutions
  • Quality certifications such as CQE, CRE, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is well regarded
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work & lead confidently with external and cross‐functional teams
  • Willingness and ability to travel to customer sites depending on business needs
  • Demonstrated experience leading productive discussions, building alignment, presenting complex topics in a clear, practical manner
  • Collaborative working style with the ability to build strong relationships across engineering, operations, SMEs, customer teams
  • Strong analytical capability with experience using Minitab, Power BI, Microsoft Office
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is regarded
  • Australian work rights: PR or Citizenship, along with a valid Driver’s Licence

  WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC

  Dematic Pty Ltd, is a world leader within the integrated logistics and material handling industry. We provide intelligent logistics solutions for manufacturing and distribution, as well as comprehensive automation and software technology solutions, tailored to our clients’ needs

  Our innovative portfolio meets the demands of an ever-changing supply chain landscape and is designed to deliver a clear competitive edge. As a company we take pride in offering our employees a safe and rewarding work environment in which to develop their careers

  This is an exciting time to join Dematic. We are proud to design, build, implement, and support automated system solutions for warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities. We live on the cutting edge of technology and industry and are a global leader with 11,000 employees worldwide and over 700 employees in Australia and New Zealand.

  And some other great things to know about us……

  • Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee survey
  • Average tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.
  • A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it’s a great place to work and recommend it to others

  Dematic is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc. and in accordance with federal and state legislation, Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.