At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure quality in defence projects and maintain compliance with standards.
- Company: Join Downer Professional Services, a leader in defence and national security.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, discounts, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming all backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia's future through meaningful work.
- Qualifications: Strong work ethic and commitment to high-quality outcomes.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future. Downer Professional Services comprises three business units: our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer, which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security.
We currently have an opportunity for a Quality Engineer in Canberra to contribute to Engineering Plans and oversee governance and compliance.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct reviews and analysis to assure organisational performance of the EMS to maintain AEO certification.
- Review Engineering Artefacts including all project/product level Engineering Plans to assure compliance to standards.
- Provide direction to projects/products on the relevant Australian and International Standards, regulations and Defence requirements.
- Lead continual improvement actions across Engineering, Logistics and Cyber, including pre and post activity reviews.
Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer Professional Services
At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
What it means to belong at Downer Professional Services
- Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
- Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
- Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
- Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it. If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.
Quality Engineer in Canberra employer: Downer
At Downer, we pride ourselves on fostering a high-performance culture that values diversity and inclusion, making it an exceptional place to work as a Delivery Service Supervisor. With ample opportunities for career advancement, comprehensive training programs, and a supportive work environment, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the Sydney inner city area. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our perks, including healthcare discounts and an Employee Assistance Program, ensuring you and your family are supported both personally and professionally.
