Quality Technician

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; City of Charles Sturt; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous leave policies

Learning and development

Employee discounts

Novated leasing

Share plan

Job summary

Babcock Australasia in Woodville North, SA, is seeking a Quality Technician to uphold quality across all operational processes for a Defence-focused program. You will ensure quality control of goods and documentation throughout their lifecycle, inspect incoming items, and support regulatory compliance and MDR/NCR activities.

You will collaborate with the Quality Control Team Lead, contribute to internal audits and continuous improvement, and help maintain product and process integrity in a

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship with ability to obtain Commonwealth Security Clearance.
• Quality systems knowledge in a quality environment.
• General knowledge of relevant Australian and International Standards.
• Metrology experience and use of measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Computer literate and skilled in MS Office; ERP experience with IFS.
• Trade background or hands-on engineering experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality control of goods and documentation across their lifecycle.
• Inspect received goods and ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Generate and review MDRs; raise NCRs and support the RTV process.
• Collaborate with the Quality Control Team Lead and support internal audits.

Skills

Quality Systems

Metrology

Reading drawings/Specifications

MS Office

IFS ERP

Standards knowledge

Trade/engineering background

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

• Enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions make a real difference.
• Be a key player in Defence operations ensuring the readiness of vital capability.
• 18 month Fixed term contract with the opportunity for extension (up to 24 months)

About The Role

Join Babcock and be part of a mission-critical team that sustains the operational readiness of the Collins Class Submarines. We are seeking a skilled Quality Technician to work at our state-of-the-art facility in Woodville North, ensuring the highest standards of quality across all operational processes.

In this pivotal role, you will manage the quality control of both goods and documentation throughout their lifecycle. From receiving and inspecting goods to ensuring compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements, your work will be essential in maintaining seamless operations. You’ll also be responsible for generating and reviewing Material Data Reports (MDRs), raising non-conformance reports (NCRs), and supporting the Return to Vendor (RTV) process.

About You

Your expertise will contribute to the overall quality assurance process by ensuring the accuracy and integrity of quality documentation, performing checks, and taking proactive steps to prevent quality issues before they arise. You’ll also work closely with the Quality Control Team Lead, support internal audits, and drive continuous improvement in operational quality processes. If you are passionate about upholding quality standards and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a high-impact Defence project, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a high-profile role that plays a crucial part in the safety and effectiveness of Australia’s Defence capabilities.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain Commonwealth Security Clearance
• Quality Systems knowledge and experience within a quality environment.
• General knowledge of relevant Australian and International Standards.
• Metrology experience - Use of measuring equipment and understanding of geometric tolerance.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Computer literate and skilled in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, etc).
• Experience using ERP Systems, preferably IFS.
• Experience in a Trade, or hands on practical engineering experience would be beneficial, but not essential

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 Top 101 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 an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

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.