Quality Engineer
5 hours ago
Position Description – Quality Engineer
Location:
Cairns or Townsville, QLD
Employment Type:
Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
Quality Engineer
to support civil infrastructure projects across North Queensland. This role is ideal for a detail-driven professional with strong site-based quality management experience, including acting as a
Contract Quality Representative (CQR)
on civil construction projects. You'll be responsible for ensuring all works meet compliance obligations, with a particular focus on
TMR (Department of Transport & Main Roads)
specifications, standards, and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and maintain project quality systems in accordance with company, client, and TMR requirements.
- Act as the
Contract Quality Representative (CQR)
for assigned civil projects. - Develop, implement, and review Project Quality Plans, ITPs, checklists, NCRs, and corrective action processes.
- Conduct inspections, surveillance, and verification of civil works including earthworks, pavements, drainage, structures, and road construction.
- Manage document control for all quality records, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
- Lead quality briefings, toolbox talks, and drive continuous improvement across project teams.
- Liaise with Project Engineers, Supervisors, subcontractors, and TMR representatives to resolve quality issues promptly.
- Support internal and external audits, ensuring close-out of findings within required timeframes.
- Provide regular quality reporting for project and senior management.
- Participate in risk assessments and technical reviews, integrating quality considerations into project planning.
Skills & Experience Required
- Minimum 3–5 years' experience in civil construction quality roles.
- Demonstrated experience as a
CQR (Contract Quality Representative)
delivering civil infrastructure projects. - Strong working knowledge of
TMR specifications, test methods, hold/witness points, and compliance processes
. - Proven experience in road construction, drainage, earthworks, pavements, or similar civil works.
- Proficiency with quality systems, audits, NCR management, and digital quality platforms.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders and regulators.
- Working knowledge of safety, environmental, and construction standards.
- Must be based in, or willing to permanently relocate to,
Cairns or Townsville
, with travel to regional project sites as required.
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant field (preferred).
- Certificate IV in Civil Construction or Quality Management (desirable).
- ISO 9001 internal auditor qualification (highly regarded).
- Construction White Card.
- Current Queensland driver's licence.
Why Join Us?
- Permanent position based in Cairns or Townsville.
- Work on significant civil infrastructure across North Queensland.
- Supportive culture with opportunities for growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If this looks of interest, apply now
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