QA Auditor – Water & Wastewater Projects

Candidate Location: Latin America only
Job Location: Dublin, Ireland – On-site with regular project-site travel
Relocation: Mandatory relocation from Latin America to Ireland
Employment Type: Full-time
Minimum Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience in QA/QC, Quality Auditing, Quality Engineering, construction quality, or a similar role

About the Company

Our client is an established organisation in Ireland operating within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector.

The company delivers infrastructure projects and is currently strengthening its quality function across water and wastewater projects.

For confidentiality reasons, additional company information will be shared with shortlisted candidates later in the recruitment process.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced QA Auditor currently based in Latin America to join the company’s team in Dublin, Ireland.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out quality audits and inspections across Water and Wastewater projects, identifying areas for improvement, ensuring compliance with project and company procedures, and supporting project teams in maintaining a strong quality culture.

The role will involve regular travel between the Dublin office and project sites, working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, Forepersons, subcontractors, and clients.

Important – LATAM Candidates & Relocation to Ireland

This opportunity is exclusively for candidates currently based in Latin America.

The successful candidate must be willing to relocate from Latin America to Ireland.

Relocation is mandatory and non-negotiable for this role.

The company will support and manage the relocation process for the successful candidate.

This is not a remote position. The role requires on-site work in Ireland and regular travel to project sites.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct planned and reactive quality audits across Water and Wastewater projects.
Monitor compliance with company Quality Management Systems, project-specific quality plans and client requirements.
Review and audit project documentation, including Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), check sheets, inspection records, test results and quality records.
Carry out site inspections to verify that works are being completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures and agreed standards.
Identify non-conformances, deficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
Raise, monitor and close out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), observations and corrective actions.
Verify that corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented.
Review subcontractor and supplier quality documentation and performance.
Support project teams with the preparation and maintenance of quality documentation and handover records.
Participate in internal, client and external audits as required.
Assist with root-cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.
Monitor trends in quality performance and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
Ensure appropriate quality records are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Support the successful compilation of project handover and close-out documentation.
Promote a positive quality culture throughout the organisation and on project sites.
Provide guidance and support to site personnel on quality requirements and best practice.
Prepare audit reports and communicate findings clearly to relevant stakeholders.
Ensure all quality-related activities are carried out in accordance with applicable legislation, standards and company procedures.
Work collaboratively with the HSEQ team and wider project delivery teams.

Required Experience and Competencies

Previous experience in a QA/QC, Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer or similar role within construction or civil engineering.
Experience working on Water, Wastewater, Utilities or Civil Infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and quality assurance principles.
Experience conducting site and project audits.
Good knowledge of Inspection & Test Plans, NCRs, corrective actions and quality documentation.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and project documentation.
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to quality.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with site teams, management, clients and subcontractors.
Strong organisational and reporting skills.
Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience within an ISO-certified environment is an advantage.
Internal lead auditor to ISO 9001 is an advantage.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity for a LATAM-based quality professional to gain international experience and build their career within major water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure projects in Ireland.

The role offers exposure to quality audits, ISO-aligned systems, NCR management, project documentation, corrective actions, construction quality, and multidisciplinary project delivery.

The company will provide support throughout the relocation process from Latin America to Ireland.

Important Application Requirement

Only candidates currently based in Latin America who are willing and able to relocate to Ireland will be considered.

The position is fully on-site in Ireland with regular project-site travel. Relocation is mandatory and will be supported by the company.