About The Opportunity

Austal Defence Australia is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Advisor to join our Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting quality excellence across one of Australia's leading defence shipbuilders.

As the Quality Assurance Advisor, you will audit and inspect quality assurance activities across business processes, identify and investigate non-conformances, and work collaboratively with operational teams to implement effective corrective actions. You will also support the ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of our Integrated Management System (IMS), helping to ensure our products, processes and services consistently meet both customer and regulatory requirements.

This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic manufacturing and defence environment, contributing to complex maritime programs that support Australia's national security.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved





- Conduct inspections in accordance with Austal's Quality Assurance Inspection Schedule.
- Perform internal audits of the deployed HSEQ Integrated Management System (IMS).
- Support the development of inspection plans, sampling techniques, quality control plans and process control procedures.
- Conduct Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) audits of inspection and test records.
- Assist in the maintenance, review and deployment of HSEQ IMS documentation.
- Monitor and maintain quality registers and quality performance metrics.
- Administer systems used to monitor, track and report quality issues and corrective actions.
- Manage and resolve non-conformances through investigation and corrective action processes.
- Support the implementation of non-conformance trend analysis and prepare Quality Alerts where required.
- Conduct quality investigations, prepare reports and assist with the implementation of corrective actions.
- Develop and communicate lessons learned arising from quality investigations.
- Prepare and review risk assessments in line with HSEQ procedures.
- Monitor compliance with HSEQ requirements across operational areas.
- Support supervisors and managers in quality investigations and process risk assessments.
- Promote a culture of continual improvement throughout the business.

You’ll Need





- Diploma or recognised equivalent qualification in Quality Assurance, Lean Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
- Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, defence or industrial setting.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to investigate issues, analyse information and identify practical solutions.
- Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance

Desirable

- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems.
- Experience within the shipbuilding, defence, oil & gas, heavy manufacturing or engineering sectors.
- Internal Auditor training or certification.
- Investigation training and experience conducting root cause analysis.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Experience interpreting technical documentation, standards and procedures.
- Demonstrated problem-solving capability and systematic thinking

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply. Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

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