Quality Manager

QinetiQ employs more than 8000 people in more than 50 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.

QinetiQ Australia, part of the global QinetiQ group, provides technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests. As an innovative science and technology company, we help solve some of our customers' most challenging problems. Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.
 

Due to exciting growth of the business, QinetiQ are recruiting a Quality Manager to play a key role in supporting the Head of Business Services in all aspects of the QinetiQ Pty Quality Management System (QMS).

Based in Melbourne Ideally, however other locations such as Canberra and Adelaide will be considered for the right candidate. This role is responsible for the day to day administration, management and continuous improvement of QinetiQ Pty’s QMS and delivering the annual internal audit assurance program. In addition, you will be responsible for ensuring the continuing ISO 9001 Certification of QinetiQ Pty Ltd. Australia. .

As Quality Manager you will be accountable for:

• Supporting the Head of Business Services and contributing to the development of a fit for purpose audit schedule that meets all legislative, regulatory and management standard requirements
• Planning and developing detailed scopes of audit to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulation standards and QinetiQ process in the conduct of audit
• On time delivery (against the audit schedule) of process and product audits to assure safety and compliance regimes are effective and maintained
• Identification of actions to main and in areas of non-conformance return to compliance with relevant legislation, regulation, management standards (ISO) and QinetiQ process
• Proactive identification, immediate action as necessary and communication to suitable levels of any risk associated with QinetiQ’s ability to be safe and comply with relevant legislation, regulation, standards and QinetiQ process
• Assisting and advising in the development and production of quality management plans and relevant project documentation in relevant domains
• Supporting business unit leaders in delivering quality and maintaining regulatory compliance, providing training and coaching to staff when required
• Acting as the voice of quality and conscience of the organisation in engaging with stakeholders across the business
• Preparation for and co-ordination of external audits as required

To be successful in the role of Quality Manager you will need to bring with you:

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Qualification (BS EN 9100 Lead Auditor where required)
• A track record of delivery of audits and assurance in a complex and diverse domain
• Demonstrable understanding of relevant legislation, regulation, management standards (ISO) and contractual standards in relevant domains for the role (aerospace, manufacturing or engineering)
• Demonstrable ability to balance robustness and collaborative support to ensure suitable assurance whilst maintain a one-company approach
• A keen eye for detail and ability to proactively identify true root causes and support subsequent improvement
• Effective and influential communication skills at multiple levels with the ability to engage with detail or summarise as required by the recipient
• A High level of personal integrity and professionalism
• A calm and considered approach to problem solving
• A results focussed attitude with commitment to excellent delivery
• Willingness to take ownership of problems and resolve them in a timely fashion

Whilst not essential, a tertiary qualification would be advantageous.

Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance.

 Applications will close on 15th March 2024.

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Individual professional development fund
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program and loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

A full list of our employee benefits and further information can be found here: 

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.