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Date: 27 May 2026

Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

Company: John Holland

The Project:

The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

 

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

 

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031.  The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project

The Role:

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all construction activities, materials, and deliverables meet the required quality standards, specifications, and statutory regulations.
 
This role oversees site-based quality management systems, provides technical guidance on compliance, and drives continuous improvement in construction processes. Acting as a quality leader within the project team, the Senior Quality Engineer ensures that the project is delivered safely, defect-free, and in accordance with client expectations.

Key Accountabilities:

 

  • Implement and monitor the Quality Management System on the project, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality control procedures.
  • Conduct inspections, audits, and surveillance of construction activities to ensure compliance with IFC drawings, specifications, codes, and standards.
  • Oversee defect management processes, ensuring timely rectification and sign-off.
  • Prepare and maintain quality documentation for client and regulatory approval.
  • Support and lead project quality audits, both internal and external.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to embed quality requirements into planning and delivery.
  • Review and approve material submittals, method statements, and construction procedures.
  • Ensure subcontractors and suppliers meet contractual quality obligations.
  • Act as a point of contact for the client on quality matters, ensuring issues are addressed proactively.
  • Provide regular quality performance reports, dashboards, and compliance documentation to the client and project leadership team.
  • Build strong relationships with inspectors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.

About You:

  • Tertiary Qualification or Diploma in in Engineering, Science, Building, Construction, Quality Management or Project Management
  • 5 years’ experience minimum in an identical role within the construction industry.
  • Sound knowledge of Quality Management processes.
  • Skills in monitoring, reviewing, reporting, auditing management procedures and processes, and continuous improvement on performance and compliance.
  • Development of Inspection and Test Plans, Work Instructions and Quality Checklists.
  • Understanding or ability to interpret technical specifications.

We Offer:

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

 

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth


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