Quality & Testing Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Quality & Testing Manager to lead our quality assurance and laboratory testing functions. Based in Prestons, you will shape quality outcomes across Australia, New Zealand and our international supply network.

Key responsibilities

• Lead GWA's Quality Assurance and Laboratory Testing teams.
• Drive supplier quality performance across the international sourcing network.
• Reduce defects, warranty claims and customer complaints through robust quality systems and preventative measures.
• Oversee product testing programs for new product development, certification and production verification.
• Use data and root‑cause analysis to identify issues and drive improvement.
• Build capability in quality, testing, connected product performance and system‑level risk management.
• Lead and develop a geographically dispersed team across Australia, New Zealand and China.

Required profile

• Commercially minded quality leader with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Significant leadership experience in quality within manufacturing, building products, consumer durables or a similarly regulated environment.
• Degree in Engineering, Science or related technical field; quality auditing or Six Sigma certifications highly regarded.
• Experience working with international suppliers, especially in China and Southeast Asia.

Required skills

• Quality management systems
• Supplier quality management
• Root‑cause analysis
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Laboratory testing operations, accreditation and calibration
• Six Sigma or similar quality‑auditing certifications