Rail Manufacturing QC Inspector – Safe, High-Impact Quality

Downer; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer is seeking a Manufacturing QC Inspector to support the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program at a Fraser Coast facility, ensuring rail vehicles meet the highest safety and quality standards. In this hands-on role you will conduct inspections across carbody, bogie and fit-out production, interpret drawings and specs, and drive continuous improvement with production teams, suppliers and stakeholders.

Join a team that values safety, inclusion and a proactive quality culture as you help

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical/Fitting, Weld Inspection or Coating Inspection.
• Experience in QC within manufacturing, rail, heavy industry or engineering.
• Ability to read and apply technical drawings, standards and quality docs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect carbody, bogie and fit-out production for quality.
• Verify compliance with drawings, standards, procedures and quality requirements.
• Identify and escalate non-conformances, risks and production issues.
• Support safety, quality and environmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with production teams, suppliers and stakeholders to improve quality.

Skills

Reading & interpreting drawings

Quality control inspections

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical/Mechanical/Fitting or related discipline

Job description

Downer is seeking a Manufacturing QC Inspector to support the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program at a Fraser Coast facility, ensuring rail vehicles meet the highest safety and quality standards. In this hands-on role you will conduct inspections across carbody, bogie and fit-out production, interpret drawings and specs, and drive continuous improvement with production teams, suppliers and stakeholders.

Join a team that values safety, inclusion and a proactive quality culture as you help