Completions Lead - AUKUS Project

About the role

Laing O'Rourke, together with its joint venture partner Amentum Australia, is supporting Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) to deliver the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard (NPSCY) project at Osborne, South Australia. It is looking for a Completions Lead to join the AUKUS team, responsible for completions, defect management and handover readiness.

Key responsibilities

• Lead completions, defect management and handover readiness across the project or portfolio.
• Drive defect prevention, timely closure and clear acceptance pathways with clients and asset owners.
• Establish and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with AS/NZS ISO 9001 and client requirements.
• Ensure the completeness, accuracy and quality of records, test evidence and handover documentation.
• Identify trends, emerging risks and opportunities to improve quality, completions and handover performance.

Required profile

• 10-15 years' experience in construction or major infrastructure delivery.
• Strong background in quality management, with proven experience leading completions, commissioning readiness and handover.
• Relevant engineering, construction or business qualification.
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance at NV1 level.

Required skills

• Quality management and QMS (AS/NZS ISO 9001)
• Defect management and handover documentation
• Quality Management certification or equivalent is desirable

What we offer

• In-house training and on-the-job development opportunities.
• Six months' paid parental leave at full pay for all employees.
• Purchased leave options and volunteering leave.
• Discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers.