Quality Technician

Location:Woodville North, SA, AU, 5012

Onsite or Hybrid: On Site

• Enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions make a real difference.
• Be a key player in Defence operations ensuring the readiness of vital capability.
• Based at our brand-new state-of -the-art facility whilst also enjoying genuine flexibility.

About the Role

Join Babcock and be part of a mission-critical team that sustains the operational readiness of the Collins Class Submarines. We are seeking a skilled Quality Control Technician to work at our state-of-the-art facility in Woodville North, ensuring the highest standards of quality across all operational processes.

In this pivotal role, you will manage the quality control of both goods and documentation throughout their lifecycle. From receiving and inspecting goods to ensuring compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements, your work will be essential in maintaining seamless operations. You’ll also be responsible for generating and reviewing Material Data Reports (MDRs), raising non-conformance reports (NCRs), and supporting the Return to Vendor (RTV) process.

Your expertise will contribute to the overall quality assurance process by ensuring the accuracy and integrity of quality documentation, performing checks, and taking proactive steps to prevent quality issues before they arise. You’ll also work closely with the Quality Control Team Lead, support internal audits, and drive continuous improvement in operational quality processes.

If you are passionate about upholding quality standards and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a high-impact Defence project, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a high-profile role that plays a crucial part in the safety and effectiveness of Australia’s Defence capabilities.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizenship and a Defence Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• Quality Systems knowledge and experience within a quality environment.
• General knowledge of relevant Australian and International Standards.
• Metrology experience - Use of measuring equipment and understanding of geometric tolerance.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Computer literate and skilled in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, etc).
• Experience using ERP Systems, preferably IFS.

What we offer you

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through Linked In Learning and access to study leave;

• You’ll have access to be Rewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You’ll be able to participate in our we Recognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au


We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.
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Job Req ID: 60376