Technical QA Lead - Power Distribution & Compliance

Carter & Spencer; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventia is seeking a Technical Quality Assurance Officer to provide technical assurance, auditing, compliance oversight, and standards governance across Energy Queensland programs. The role focuses on field-based audits, coaching, and driving safety and quality improvements.

You will interpret Energy Queensland standards, WCS and Electrical Safety requirements, delivering practical guidance to field crews and supervisors to ensure compliant, high-quality work across programs.

Qualifications

• Experience auditing field construction and inspection against standards.
• Strong knowledge of Energy Queensland standards and WCS.
• Ability to interpret Electrical Safety Rules and regulations.
• Experience developing or reviewing SWMS and work instructions.
• Proven coaching and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical authority for Energy Queensland overhead distribution standards and WCS.
• Review updates to standards and ensure inclusion in Ventia procedures.
• Conduct field audits and quality inspections across construction, maintenance and public lighting.
• Verify compliance with Electrical Safety Act, Rules and client requirements.
• Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Energy Queensland standards

WCS (Work Category Specifications)

Electrical Safety Rules

Distribution Network Procedures

Quality auditing and coaching

Education

Trade qualification in Powerline Distribution

Certificate IV Training & Assessment

Lead Auditor or Quality Auditing qualifications

Job description

Ventia is seeking a Technical Quality Assurance Officer to provide technical assurance, auditing, compliance oversight, and standards governance across Energy Queensland programs. The role focuses on field-based audits, coaching, and driving safety and quality improvements.

You will interpret Energy Queensland standards, WCS and Electrical Safety requirements, delivering practical guidance to field crews and supervisors to ensure compliant, high-quality work across programs.