Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer in the event fabrication workshop is responsible for ensuring that all fabricated elements event structures exhibition stands scenic sets and custom props meet defined quality finish and structural standards before dispatch or on-site installation. Working under the Quality Manager this role conducts inspections at key production stages identifies non-conformances drives corrective actions and supports a culture of quality across all workshop disciplines. The ideal candidate combines a sharp technical eye with strong knowledge of fabrication processes and a systematic approach to quality assurance in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities
1. Quality Inspection & Control

• In-Process Inspections: Conduct structured quality checks at defined production stages across carpentry metalwork printing foam work and painting.
• Pre-Dispatch Inspection: Perform final QC checks on all finished items before dispatch verifying compliance with approved technical drawings and client-approved samples.
• On-Site QC Support: Carry out quality inspections during and after installation to confirm installed elements meet design and finish standards.
• Drawing Verification: Cross-reference fabricated outputs against technical drawings specifications and approved mock-ups.

2. Non-Conformance & Corrective Action

• Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR): Document log and track all quality defects or non-conformances identified during production.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate recurring quality issues and identify root causes to support
• corrective and preventive actions.
• Rework Coordination: Liaise with the Production Manager to prioritize and oversee rework tasks ensuring corrected items meet quality standards before re-inspection.

3. Quality Systems & Documentation

• Inspection Records: Maintain accurate inspection logs QC checklists and defect reports for all projects.
• Quality Standards: Support the Quality Manager in developing updating and communicating quality standards work instructions and inspection criteria.
• Reporting: Prepare daily and project-level quality status reports for submission to the Quality Manager.

4. Process Improvement

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve fabrication processes reduce defect rates and improve first-pass quality.
• Training Support: Assist in conducting quality awareness sessions and on-the-floor coaching for workshop staff.

5. Health Safety & Compliance (HSE)

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all HSE protocols during inspections in both workshop and on-site environments.
• Hazard Identification: Flag any quality or safety hazards observed during inspections to the relevant manager.

Qualifications :

Experience: 35 years of quality assurance or quality control experience in an event fabrication fit-out manufacturing or construction environment.
Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of fabrication techniques across carpentry metalwork printing foam work and painting.
Drawing Reading: Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings specifications and approved samples.
QC Tools: Familiarity with inspection tools and measurement equipment; experience with NCR systems and QC documentation.
Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify defects and inconsistencies.
Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with quality management software is a plus.
Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering Quality Management or a related field preferred; ISO 9001 awareness or auditor certification is an advantage.
Methodical assertive and effective communicator capable of working across multiple teams and disciplines

Additional Information :

Typical Working Conditions
Environment: Must be able to work in a workshop environment which may include loud noise dust and heat with some on-site installation work.
Hours: May require working evenings weekends and holidays to meet event deadlines.
Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site which may include lifting standing for long periods and working in varied conditions.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time