Quality Manager

Lead quality on Melbourne Airport's landmark Third Runway project, shaping one of Australia's largest aviation infrastructure programs.

Melbourne Airport is undertaking one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Australia, delivering a third runway that will support Victoria's long-term growth and strengthen Melbourne's position as a key national and international gateway.

We're seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality assurance, surveillance and compliance across the delivery of this landmark program. Reporting to the Executive Director M3R Program, you will play a critical role in ensuring construction works are delivered in accordance with contractual, technical and regulatory requirements, while supporting safe, efficient and pragmatic project outcomes.

This is an opportunity to influence the successful delivery of nationally significant aviation infrastructure and work alongside a highly experienced team in a complex, live airport environment.

Key responsibilities

As the lead for project quality and systems management, you will oversee quality governance across the program, manage a small team of Quality Surveillance Officers, and act as the primary interface with contractor quality teams.

You'll provide independent oversight of construction quality while working closely with delivery, commercial and technical stakeholders to manage issues, support governance processes and ensure project compliance requirements are met.

• Lead quality management, assurance and surveillance activities across the M3R Program.
• Review and assess contractor Quality Plans, management systems and supporting documentation for approval.
• Oversee quality surveillance activities, inspections, hold points and associated verification processes.
• Manage the project's Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process and drive timely issue resolution.
• Monitor and report on quality performance, work lot status, completion data and key compliance metrics.
• Partner with contractor quality teams to ensure effective quality outcomes across the project.
• Support project audits, governance requirements and risk management activities.
• Provide quality advice and guidance to delivery and commercial teams to proactively identify and manage risks.
• Maintain systems and processes that support Melbourne Airport's internal quality and compliance requirements.

The successful candidate will have

• Demonstrated experience in a Quality Manager or senior quality leadership role on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, auditing, surveillance and compliance frameworks.
• Experience working within complex design and construction environments.
• Proven leadership capability, including managing and developing team members.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to analyse issues, influence outcomes and drive continuous improvement
• Experience in aviation, earthworks, pavement construction or related infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position.

Benefits

• Free access to Higher State, our state of the art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel.
• Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use.
• Hybrid flexible working arrangements.
• Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave.
• Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave.
• Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning.
• Mental health and well being initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Long term career and professional development opportunities.
• Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities.
• Signature Experiences including an airfield family day.
• Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus).

APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative.

APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together.