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We are seeking a Project Quality Manager to support the Heatherbrae Bypass Project and other upcoming works across Newcastle. You will take ownership of project quality systems, drive audits and compliance, and lead continuous improvement across complex infrastructure delivery. Working closely with project teams, you will mentor and influence stakeholders to deliver high quality outcomes aligned to client standards. This is a great opportunity to play a key role on major projects while shaping best practice and building strong, high performing teams.

About Seymour Whyte:

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.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the Role:

• Proven experience in quality assurance within civil construction or engineering projects
• Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and client standards
• Hands on in leading audits, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Confident in guiding and mentoring project teams to achieve quality outcomes
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a focus on accurate documentation

About you:

• Demonstrated experience in quality assurance within civil construction, ideally on complex infrastructure projects
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of client standards, specifications and compliance requirements
• Proven experience working with Quality Management Systems in a project environment
• Solid computer skills across the Microsoft Suite to support reporting and documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across project teams

Seymour Whyte benefits:

• Salary continuance insurance support
• Competitive remuneration with regular market reviews to ensure fair and equitable pay
• Generous bonus programs that recognise strong performance and business outcomes
• An employee share program, offering the opportunity to invest in the long‑term success of the business
• Workplace banking benefits and financial wellbeing support to help manage your finances with confidence
• Purchased leave options, allowing you to increase your annual leave when life demands greater flexibility
• Travel benefits through preferred suppliers, including accommodation and car hire savings
• Lifestyle, fitness and wellness offers that support a healthy balance inside and outside of work
• Health and wellbeing support, including confidential access to professional counselling services
• Leadership development programs designed to build capability at every career stage

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

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

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: (494876)

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