Site based Quality Engineer
Apply now »Date: Sep 29, 2026
Location: Newcastle, New South Wales, AU
Company: Bureau Veritas
About Bureau Veritas:
Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services.
We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.
In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities.
For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.
Industrials
Bureau Veritas provides testing, inspection, and verification services that assist industrial clients to minimise their operational risks and optimise asset performance. Our expert solutions span the entire asset lifecycle, from initial project planning, design review to ongoing operational support and end-of-life management.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Site based Quality Engineer who can work on a utility scale battery energy storage (BESS) project. The main objective of this Expert is to ensure the supervision of electrical / instrumentation and civil inspection activities to verify Quality Control Plans and Inspection Test Plan implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Check Inspection Test Plan with reference to electrical activities
- Check the availability and adequacy of consumables and equipment/instrumentation used for electrical / instrumentation execution and control
- Verify that material and equipment are correctly received, stored, preserved, calibrated, handled, identified, and traceable
- Supervise and witness inspections, check reports and documentation issued by the contractor and verify the collection of required Quality Records
- Verify that tests, controls and inspections are carried out according to Quality Control Plans / Inspection Test Plans, checking the collection of relevant documentation also for the final completion approval, and that personnel have access to all required project documentation
- Verify the collection and management of documents certifying test, controls and inspections, checking that all records are properly retrievable within the final As- Built dossier
- Verify the preparation of the Quality works dossier for final handover to the Document Controller
- Verify that the NCR management process is in place and effective.
- Be accountable for ensuring that the project comply with Client and Manufacturer requirements,
- Provide timely and accurate subject matter guidance on QA/QC opportunities and challenges and work with the projects team, client, contractors, and manufacturers for timely and effective resolution to any non-conformances and/or opportunities for improvement.
- Carry out site inspection and witness site testing carried out by D&C contractor, when required
- Report as required (daily, weekly, monthly) on project QA/QC requirements using Client project specific QA/QC documents and forms.
- Monitor and maintain project QA/QC files and data within Client’s integrated document management systems (DMS).
About You
- Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Degree
- Prior experience working on BESS projects
- Prior experience working as quality engineer (renewable energy projects preferred)
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Prior site based experience (renewable energy projects preferred)
How we care
We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:
- Cultural leave to honour traditions and community
- Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
- Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
- Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
- Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
- Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
A rewarding career
This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.
Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.
Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process