Description:
Come aboard!
Naval Vessels Luerssen (N V L) is a global leader in designing and building ships of the highest quality for demanding customers all over the world. For more than 140 years we have earned the experience and expertise required to create vessels that meet virtually any set of individual wishes and different demands. The legendary quality of Luerssen stands for satisfied customers and ships that can be completely relied on in any situation. We are a fourth-generation family-owned business and we are very proud of our history and reputation in the market.
Employee Benefits
- 9 Day Fortnight roster option and other alternative flexible working options
- Study assistance program, including reimbursement of course tuition costs and paid study leave
- Inhouse Leadership training program
- 25 days annual leave (instead of 20)
- Wellness activities
- Novated leasing
- Free parking
- Frequent Flyer points and status credits from business travel
- Domestic Relocation offered to applicable roles
- Employee Referral Reward program
- Service Reward- Additional 1 weeks paid annual leave at 5, 7 and 10 years' service plus gift voucher
- Professional Memberships reimbursement
- Three days additional paid annual leave to use during the Christmas period
- Funded Christmas function
The Role
The Shipbuilding Quality Manager will be responsible for leading the quality management function within Luerssen Australia. The incumbent will develop and implement quality strategies to ensure our product and processes meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, overseeing quality assurance processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across all areas of the business.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Quality Department, ensuring effective quality control and assurance processes are in place throughout the production cycle.
- Ensure all quality procedures, standards, and specifications are implemented, followed, and continuously updated to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive quality management system (QMS) that complies with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and Australian defense specifications.
- Monitor the performance of the QMS and lead corrective actions as necessary to address non-compliance or quality issues.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and other departments to address quality issues and ensure timely resolution of any non-conformance or quality challenges.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the quality team, ensuring appropriate training, development, and support for team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
- Act as the primary point of contact for quality-related audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries, ensuring the company meets compliance requirements for defense projects.
- Establish and track key quality metrics, providing regular reports to senior management on performance, trends, and areas for improvement.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Demonstrated 7+ years' experience in a quality management role within the shipbuilding sector or naval projects, developing, implementing and managing Quality Management Systems (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and other relevant standards
- Demonstrated senior leadership skills with a track record of driving quality improvements
- Demonstrated success in leading audit processes (internal, external, Commonwealth level), including compliance assessments, corrective actions, and audit reporting.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, please click 'Apply for this job' link and upload your resume and cover letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this opportunity. You will be contacted directly if we wish to progress you to shortlisting.
For further company information please visit: www.luerssen.com.au and www.luerssen.de/en/
Luerssen Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.