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Seymour Whyte, together with Vinci Grande Projects and Beca, has been chosen by ICON Water to deliver the Design and Construct upgrade of the Lower Molonglo Water Quality Control Centre - the ACT’s main wastewater treatment facility and the largest of its kind in inland Australia. This four-year project will modernise the plant’s waste handling systems, support future growth, and prepare for potential changes to air emission standards. Located near central Canberra, the upgrade will strengthen and future-proof critical infrastructure for the region.

As the Quality Coordinator, you will play a hands-on role in developing and maintaining quality systems that support safe, compliant and efficient delivery on site. Working closely with the Project Manager, site teams and subcontractors, you will help ensure quality requirements are understood, applied and continuously improved throughout the life of the project. Your work will have a direct impact on the reliability and long-term performance of critical infrastructure for the Canberra region.

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

This is an exciting time to join our team, with the backing of VINCI, one of the world’s largest construction companies, we have a strong pipeline of work ahead.

About the role:

• Implement and maintain the project Quality Management System
• Develop inspection and test plans with project and site teams
• Monitor subcontractor and supplier compliance with quality requirements
• Analyse quality data, manage non-conformances and recommend improvements
• Support risk assessments, SWMS and continuous improvement initiatives

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Experience in quality assurance within civil or engineering projects
• Strong understanding of QA systems, client standards and specifications
• Ability to work collaboratively with site-based teams
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills and a current driver’s licence

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, bonus programs, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
• Generous Leave benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave, and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
• Career Development: measure your progress with our Engineering Competency Matrix and Learning & Development programs.
• Enjoy shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes.
• Health & Wellbeing: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

Reference code: 494787

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.