Description:
Job Summary:
Develops, implements, enhances and administers quality management programs for assigned functional area or business. Ensures adherence to international standards, regulatory requirements, internal audit requirements and defined policies and procedures.
The smart water meter market is experiencing substantial growth, driven by the increasing need for water conservation, improved utility management, and advancements in IoT (Internet of Things) technologies. These meters enable real-time monitoring of water usage, detect leaks, and provide detailed consumption data to both users and utilities, making water management more efficient.
Australian water utilities are amongst the first in the world to embrace smart metering to create a more proactive water management system. To better support Australian water utilities in their move to smart water meters, Avnet ANZ is setting up a Test and Calibration lab for water meters.
Principal Responsibilities:
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Develops, implements, supports and/or leads process improvement efforts, quality initiatives, cross-functional efforts and sustainable corrective measures.
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Plans, facilitates or executes internal, customer, supplier or certification audits. Ensures corrective actions specific to non-conformance and audit results are appropriately robust and sustainable to maintain certifications.
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Collects and analyzes data obtained from internal quality audits, customer and supplier feedback, and process evaluations to identify opportunities to improve processes and procedures and ensure quality goals are achieved.
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Works closely and maintains good working relationship with internal department representatives, customers, suppliers, and/or external certification/regulatory representatives.
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Trains employees in continuous improvement techniques and the quality management system.
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Develop procedures to prepare test and calibration lab for ISO9001 and ISO IEC 17025 Accreditation.
Develop and implement a Quality Management System for the test and calibration lab.
Obtain NATA Accreditation and become NATA Signatory for water meters.
Perform verification testing of water meters according to NITP (National Instrument Test Procedure).
Prepare lab for ISO 45001 certification
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Level Specifications:
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Mastery knowledge of industry best practices and disciplines. Considered a subject matter expert within the organization and contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards.
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Develops solutions to highly complex and uniquely challenging situations. Assignments require extensive evaluation of alternatives and variables. Expected to make improvements to policies and procedures.
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Works independently toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated using independent judgment and discretion. May act as informal team lead and/or coach less experienced team members.
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Serves as consultant to management and/or internal/external spokesperson for the organization on major initiatives related to policies, plans and long-range objectives.
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Actions may impact the organization and its reputation. Effects of erroneous decisions may be long-lasting, influence the future course of the organization and/or require the expenditure of extensive additional resources.
Work Experience:
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8+ years work experience
Education and Certification(s):
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Degree/Diploma in Laboratory Techniques or similar field
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Working knowledge of ISO IEC 17025, ISO 9001, ISO4001
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Familiarity with Quality Management Systems
Avnet is a culturally inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.