Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
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Our client is an established Australian marine services organisation supporting the delivery of an exciting new Defence capability.
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They are looking for an experienced Marine Quality Inspector to join their Sydney team, supporting quality across fabrication, structural, mechanical and marine works.
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This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with project teams, subcontractors and key stakeholders to ensure work is delivered in accordance with project specifications, quality standards and Defence requirements.
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To be considered, you must:
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Be an Australian Citizen and either hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance.
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Come from a fabrication, structural, mechanical and/or marine background.
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Have previous QA/QC, quality inspection or similar experience within a relevant industrial environment.
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Applicants who do not meet the Australian Citizenship and industry background requirements will not be considered.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Conduct QA/QC inspections across fabrication, welding, steel structures, piping, mechanical and coating works.
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Review and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures and project specifications.
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Complete visual inspections and dimensional checks against approved drawings and standards.
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Verify incoming materials and maintain material traceability.
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Prepare inspection reports, quality records and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
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Monitor corrective and preventative actions through to resolution.
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Liaise with clients,



subcontractors, project teams and classification societies on quality matters.
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Support audits and compliance with ISO **** and project quality requirements.
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Help drive continuous improvement across project delivery.
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SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED
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Australian Citizenship is mandatory due to Defence security clearance requirements.
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Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance.
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Previous QA/QC or inspection experience within marine, shipbuilding, fabrication, structural, mechanical, offshore, heavy industry or Defence environments.
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A background in fabrication, structural, mechanical and/or marine work is essential.
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Certificate III Trade Qualification, Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Marine Engineering, Fabrication, Mechanical or a related discipline.
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NACE/AMPP Coating Inspector or ISO **** Lead/Internal Auditor qualifications
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CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification or equivalent.
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Strong understanding of welding, fabrication, coatings and inspection processes.
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Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
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Experience managing inspection records and quality documentation.
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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This is an excellent opportunity to work on an exciting current Australian Defence capability and contribute to a major marine program from its early stages.
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For more information, visit our website, or contact Adrian Perini on ************.
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📌 Marine Quality Inspector - Defence (New South Wales)
🏢 Kinexus
📍 New South Wales