QA Officer

About the Role
Our client, a major operator within the Australian power generation sector, is seeking an experienced QA Officer to support an upcoming maintenance overhaul at their Central Queensland site. The role begins with planning and pack preparation before transitioning into full execution-phase QA activities. You’ll work closely with multiple contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure all quality requirements are met across mechanical and instrumentation work fronts.


Role Responsibilities

• Prepare and review workpacks, ITPs, and inspection documentation in the early setup phase.
• Conduct equipment walkdowns, focused inspections, and audits during execution.
• Manage NCRs, punchlists, and quality registers to ensure timely closeout.
• Verify contractor works against ITPs/FICs and oversee traceability requirements.
• Collaborate with key contractors (turbines, bulk overhaul, instrumentation) to drive QA compliance.
• Maintain accurate records using Excel, SMS, Trim, and SAP work order systems.

What You’ll Bring

• Background in mechanical, welding, instrumentation, or related QA fields.
• Shutdown or overhaul QA experience within power, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of ITPs, NCR processes, and site-based QA inspection regimes.
• Ability to communicate confidently across trades, supervisors, planners, and management.
• High computer literacy across Excel and relevant quality systems.
• Willingness to work 12‑hour days Monday–Saturday during execution.

Apply Now
If you’re a capable QA professional seeking a major shutdown opportunity within the power generation sector, we’d love to hear from you. Upload your most up-to-date resume today through the "Apply" function, or reach out to Max Brown at Max.Brown@chandlermacleod.com. 


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