Contract Quality Assurance Manager - Defence Maritime Domain
Are you a quality-driven professional with a passion for maritime systems and defence-grade engineering? We're seeking a Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) to support a high-profile project based at Garden Island.
This is a contracting opportunity within a flagship defence program, offering the chance to work on complex systems that support Australia's maritime capability. Contracting opportunity, highly attractive daily rates working in a collaborative team on one of the largest maritime projects in Australia.
Your New Role:
* Champion quality assurance across bid, project, and product lifecycles.
* Implement and monitor Quality Management Plans aligned with ISO 9001:2015 and internal frameworks.
* Conduct audits, maturity assessments, and risk-based quality reviews.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
* Manage customer feedback, facilitate root cause analysis (4D/8D), and drive corrective actions.
* Support product certification, declarations of conformity, and release processes.
* Use quality tools for reporting and analysis.
What you'll need to succeed
* Tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related technical discipline.
* Experience in quality management within systems engineering or defence projects.
* Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and quality frameworks.
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement, influencing, and strategic problem-solving.
* Lead Auditor certification (desirable).
* Excellent communication and analytical skills.
* Australian Citizenship (mandatory).
* Baseline Defence Security Clearance (or ability to obtain)
What you'll get in return
* Be part of a high-performing team in a cutting-edge industry.
* Work with state-of-the-art technology and tools.
* Work on a mission-critical maritime program.
* Collaborate with a high-performing, multidisciplinary team.
* Contribute to national defence capability.
* Enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced contract role with real impact.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to, or call us now.
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