Senior Quality Advisor | HumeLink West Project

Join One of Australia's Largest Energy Infrastructure Projects

UGL and CPB Contractors, two leading CIMIC Group companies, have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the western section of the landmark HumeLink Project.

HumeLink is a major 500kV transmission project connecting Wagga Wagga, Maragle, and Bannaby in regional New South Wales. As one of Australia's largest energy infrastructure developments, HumeLink will significantly strengthen the electricity network across the eastern states, supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

The HumeLink West package, valued at $1.4 billion, includes approximately 140km of new 500kV double-circuit transmission lines, a new substation at Gugaa near Gundagai, and a new substation at Maragle to facilitate future connection to Snowy 2.0.

Due to continued project growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Advisor to join our HumeLink West team on a FIFO 14 days on / 7 days off roster.

About the Role

Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring construction activities meet project, contractual, and regulatory quality requirements while supporting the successful delivery of this nationally significant project.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor construction quality and verification activities in accordance with contract requirements and the Quality Management Plan (QMP).
• Support the preparation and review of Activity Method Statements (AMS), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), construction procedures, and associated quality documentation.
• Evaluate and inspect supplier and subcontractor quality systems, processes, and outputs.
• Monitor subcontractor quality deliverables and ensure compliance with contractual quality obligations.
• Coordinate inspections and quality verification activities across construction work lots.
• Conduct audits and inspections, identify non-conformances, and support investigations and corrective actions.
• Review and assess corrective and preventative actions to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with asset owners and stakeholders to obtain approvals for non-conforming works and verification activities.
• Support construction and quality teams in closing out compliance records and work lots.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across project quality systems and processes.
• Assist with project completions and handover activities to achieve key project milestones.
• Prepare and consolidate quality performance data and contribute to weekly and monthly reporting.
• Support the closure of QA documentation and approved materials prior to product delivery.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Building Construction, Construction Management, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in a Senior Quality role on medium to large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience within the rail, transmission, utilities, or broader infrastructure sector will be highly regarded.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience mentoring or managing teams.
• Excellent time management, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• A proactive approach to quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Construction Industry White Card (or equivalent).
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.
• Proof of working rights and relevant qualifications.

What We Offer

At CPB Contractors, we are committed to creating rewarding careers and providing opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits include:

✅ FIFO 14/7 roster promoting work-life balance

✅ Career development and internal progression opportunities

✅ Exposure to one of Australia's largest transmission infrastructure projects

✅ Competitive remuneration package

✅ Health and wellbeing initiatives

✅ Employee discounts and benefits portal

✅ Company-funded salary continuance insurance

✅ Diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace culture

✅ Opportunities across a broad range of major infrastructure and construction projects

Diversity & Inclusion

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, people living with disabilities, mature-aged workers, and candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds.

CPB Contractors is proud to be recognised as a Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Apply Now

Be part of a project that will help power Australia's future. If you're an experienced Quality professional looking for your next challenge on a major infrastructure project, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: This role is being sourced directly by UGL and CPB Contractors. Applications submitted through external recruitment agencies will not be accepted.