Overview
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Are you an experienced commissioning or QA professional looking for your next project? This role gives you the chance to work on technically complex projects that truly matter, supporting clean water delivery and sustainable environmental outcomes. You'll be trusted to own the commissioning phase, working closely with both technical teams and clients.
On offer is an initial 3-month contract (either FTC or daily rate) with potential to extend, depending on upcoming workload.
This company is a recognised leader in the water infrastructure space with over 30 years of experience across Australia and New Zealand. Known for innovation, collaboration, and delivering high-quality solutions, they are deeply committed to improving infrastructure that protects communities and the environment.
The Role
* Oversee and coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning and QA activities across mechanical, electrical and SCADA systems
* Review and manage ITPs, test sheets, FAT/SAT results and QA documentation
* Monitor quality and compliance on-site, raising and managing NCRs where needed
* Work closely with internal project teams, subcontractors and client stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery and handover
* Prepare commissioning plans, reports, and O&M documentation, including red-line mark-ups
* Ensure all works meet project specifications, are safe, and ready for client use
The Candidate
* 3-5+ years' commissioning and QA experience in water/wastewater infrastructure (pump stations, odour control, chemical dosing etc.)
* Background in D&C projects with a strong focus on systems integration, testing and process handover
* Tier 1 experience highly regarded (e.g., John Holland, Sydney Water, Fulton Hogan), but open to Tier 2/3 candidates with relevant expertise
* Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders on active sites and resolving technical or sequencing issues
* Engineering qualifications preferred (electrical or chemical ideal) plus a White Card and valid driver's licence
* Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work autonomously under pressure
Offer & Location
Daily rate: $400-$500 (or FTC equivalent: $100k-$140k pro rata). Location: Site-based – Regional North VIC. Start: ASAP.
About Design & Build
Design & Build specializes in recruitment for the Construction, Manufacturing, Engineering & Property industries on a national basis. Design & Build prides itself on only hiring recruitment specialists, finding the right people for the right jobs and doing the right thing by both job seekers and employers alike. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.
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