About the role

Shirley Parsons is partnering with an international heavy lifting and craneage services specialist to appoint a Group Quality Assurance Manager, supporting operations across Australia and international markets.

This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for driving quality performance across a technically complex, multi-site business delivering major infrastructure and engineering projects.

You will lead the organisation’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System, working closely with operations and leadership teams to improve performance, reduce risk, and embed best practice across the business.

This role is both strategic and hands-on, with real influence across Australia and international operations.

Key responsibilities:
Lead and improve the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
Manage audits, non-conformance, and corrective actions
Oversee quality across workshop and operational environments
Drive continuous improvement (Lean / Six Sigma)
Deliver reporting, insights, and performance improvement initiatives
Partner with senior stakeholders across engineering and operations

What we're looking for:
Extensive experience in quality assurance within engineering, heavy equipment, construction, or similar industries




Robust knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and Quality Management Systems
Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizan, Six Sigma
Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline
Ability to influence operations (trades, supervisors, project teams)

Why apply:
Senior, group-level role with broad influence
Exposure to high-profile infrastructure and engineering projects
Newly created role with an prospect to shape quality systems and performance at scale
Robust, values-driven organisation with a focus on quality, safety and innovation

About us: Shirley Parsons is a global recruitment and consultancy business specialising in the delivery of expert QHSE solutions. We partner with organisations across APAC to deliver high-quality professionals into critical roles.

Apply now:

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application including your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role. For further information about this position, please contact our recruitment team.

📌 Group Quality Assurance Manager Sefton (Australia)
🏢 Shirley Parsons, ANZ
📍 Australia