Senior Quality Engineer - Utilities

John Holland Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

John Holland Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer/Advisor for the Torrens to Darlington Alliance in Adelaide. You will lead site-based quality management, ensure compliance with specifications and regulations, and drive continuous improvement across construction activities.

The role requires extensive experience in quality engineering within construction, with a focus on defect prevention, audits, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or diploma in Civil Eng, Science, Building, Construction, Quality Management or Project Management.
• 8 years' experience in a quality engineering role within construction.
• Sound knowledge of quality management systems, standards and tools.
• Ability to perform inspections, tests and audits to ensure compliance.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or similar.
• Familiarity with document management systems (Aconex, SharePoint) and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the Quality Management System on the project, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality control procedures.
• Oversee defect management processes, ensuring timely rectification and sign-off.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation for client and regulatory approval.
• Support and lead project quality audits, both internal and external.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to embed quality requirements into planning and delivery.
• Review and approve material submittals, method statements, and construction procedures.
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet contractual quality obligations.
• Act as a point of contact for the client on quality matters, ensuring issues are addressed proactively.
• Provide regular quality performance reports, dashboards, and compliance documentation to the client and project leadership team

Skills

Quality engineering

Construction industry

Quality management

Education

Civil/Quality mgmt qualification

Tools

Aconex

SharePoint

Job description

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The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031. The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project

The Role:

The Senior Quality Engineer/Advisor is responsible for ensuring that all construction activities, materials, and deliverables meet the required quality standards, specifications, and statutory regulations. This role oversees site-based quality management systems, provides technical guidance on compliance, and drives continuous improvement in construction processes. Acting as a quality leader within the project team, the Senior Quality Engineer/Advisor ensures that the project is delivered safely, defect-free, and in accordance with client expectations.

We are looking for a SeniorQuality Enginner with experience in Utilities and Civil Works.

The Responsabilities:

• Impleement and monitor the Quality Management System on the project, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality control procedures
• Oversee defect management processes, ensuring timely rectification and sign-of
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation for client and regulatory approva
• Support and lead project quality audits, both internal and external
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to embed quality requirements into planning and delivery.Review and approve material submittals, method statements, and construction procedures.
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet contractual quality obligations.
• Act as a point of contact for the client on quality matters, ensuring issues are addressed proactively.
• Provide regular quality performance reports, dashboards, and compliance documentation to the client and project leadership team

About You:

• Tertiary Qualification or Diploma in in Civil Engineering, Science, Building, Construction, Quality Management or Project Management
• Proven 8years' experience in a quality engineering role within the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of quality management systems, standards and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to perform inspections, tests, and audits to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Skills in monitoring, reviewing, reporting, auditing management procedures and processes, and continuous improvement on performance and compliance
• Experience supporting quality or compliance functions in a project-based environment.
• Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., Aconex, SharePoint) and quality reporting tools.
• Exposure to working within an ISO 9001-certified environment or similar.
• Self-starter with the ability to work unsupervised with a good Can-Do Attitude.

We Offer:

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.