About this role
Here at NEXTDC we are building some of the most advanced data centres in the Asia Pacific, and the equipment that powers them needs to be right before it ever reaches site. This role owns our Factory Acceptance Testing program across the project portfolio, making sure switchboards, generators, UPS systems and transformers meet specification and quality standards while they are still on the factory floor.
Reporting to the Services & Commissioning Director, you will manage a panel of external commissioning agents who witness FATs on our behalf and attend manufacturer facilities yourself for first of kind equipment or where supplier performance warrants a closer look. It is a role with real influence over delivery outcomes: every defect caught in the factory is one that never becomes a site problem.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and maintaining the FAT program across the portfolio, setting inspection scope, hold points and acceptance criteria for electrical and mechanical equipmentReviewing manufacturer test procedures and ITPs, and issuing approvals, comments or rejections in coordination with EngineeringEngaging, briefing and managing a panel of external commissioning agents, and quality assuring their inspection reports before they reach NEXTDC managementAttending manufacturer facilities personally for first of kind and complex assembliesIssuing and tracking NCRs to resolution, maintaining the defect register and reporting on rectification progress and delivery riskMonitoring manufacturing schedules against construction programs and escalating risks early enough to act on themThis opportunity will see you working with world leaders in our space. Join our Australian journey now and be an integral part of our success.
5+ years in quality assurance, factory inspection, commissioning or engineering within data centre, mission critical or heavy electrical/mechanical manufacturing environmentsTrade qualification or tertiary degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related disciplineStrong technical knowledge of HV/LV switchboards, generators, UPS systems and transformers, with working knowledge of cooling and HVAC, and the ability to interpret drawings, single line diagrams and specificationsDemonstrated FAT witnessing experience and a structured approach to NCR and defect management, backed by clear written reportingExperience engaging and managing external commissioning agents or third party inspection bodiesConfident stakeholder engagement, comfortable raising quality and schedule concerns directly with manufacturers, and willing to travel domestically and occasionally internationallyContact us today to find out more about the local opportunities we have available.
Seize this exciting opportunity to join one of Australia’s fastest growing companies and play a key contributing role in the future of AI and the digital economy
Join an inclusive, diverse and values driven working culture supporting hybrid work practices
Enjoy awesome employee benefits (gifted share options, NEXTDC days, volunteer days, professional development, holistic wellbeing and mental health programs and more)
Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)
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