Proactive Technical Recruitment – Melbourne VICQuality Engineer Automation / Material Handling – MelbourneOur client is a global leader in automation and material handling solutions, delivering complex projects across engineering design, manufacturing, and site installation.
They are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join their team on a contract basis, overseeing quality across the full project lifecycle.About the RoleReporting to the Senior Manager – Quality & Business Process Improvement, this role oversees quality aspects of projects from engineering design and procurement through to manufacturing and site installation/commissioning.
You will work closely with project teams and external stakeholders to implement and maintain robust quality management systems, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards.This role covers multiple projects across multiple sites, working alongside a small team.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and champion end-to-end Project Quality Plans aligned with company standards and objectivesConduct inspections, audits, testing and verification activities across projectsLead supplier and subcontractor quality audits, and manage prequalification quality processes (PPAP, FAT)Coordinate site quality inspections and sample checks to confirm installation meets design specificationsLog and manage non-conformities, driving root cause analysis (RCA)



and corrective/preventative actions (CAPA)Coordinate with Purchasing to align equipment FAT and installation quality milestones with payment gatesAnalyse cost of quality and non-conformance data to develop lessons learned and improvement plansLiaise across Sales, Solutions, Engineering, Projects, Customer Service, Purchasing, Finance, Administration, IT and HRAbout YouExtensive experience in a Quality Engineer role within automation, manufacturing, or technology industriesFormal qualification in audit, quality assurance, or ISO**** (Lead or Internal Auditor certification highly regarded)Robust track record conducting supplier and subcontractor quality auditsMechanical and/or electrical background, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawingsWorking knowledge of metrology and measurement/calibration practicesExperience with root cause methodologies (e.g. 8D, Ishikawa) and continuous improvement techniquesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across a wide range of internal and external stakeholdersStrong critical thinking, attention to detail, and a high level of accuracyA mature, autonomous operator who can hit the ground running after an initial handover and shadowing periodComfortable managing competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects and sitesCurrent driver's licence and access to a vehicle requiredPlease note: sponsorship is not available for this roleWays of WorkingBased in the office 3–4 days per week during the initial settling-in period, transitioning to approximately 2 days per week once established.
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📌 Quality Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Proactive Technical Recruitment
📍 Melbourne