Quality Officer – Richards Bay, Bloemfontein & Mpumalanga

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Quality Officer to oversee quality control, surveillance and assurance for critical infrastructure projects involving high‑voltage overhead powerlines and substation assets. The role will be site‑based across Richards Bay, Bloemfontein and Mpumalanga, ensuring that all works meet specifications, standards and governance frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous verification and surveillance inspections on overhead powerline installations and substation infrastructure.
• Oversee compliance of foundation installations, tower assembly, conductor stringing, sagging and equipment positioning.
• Develop and manage Quality Control Plans (QCPs) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) in line with Eskom/NTCSA standards.
• Establish and monitor construction practices against Eskom QM 58 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Issue, track and close Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), Defect Notices and Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
• Coordinate site testing, ensure material traceability and audit calibration certificates for instrumentation.
• Compile final Quality Data Books/Data Packs for sign‑off and hand‑over to inspectors.
• Act as the primary on‑site technical liaison with the Clerk of Works, Project Managers and Engineers.

Required profile

• Recognised Quality Management certificate or diploma (CQI/SAQI) or a relevant Electrical/Civil Engineering qualification.
• Proven experience as a Quality Officer on active transmission or distribution build projects, preferably within Eskom/NTCSA frameworks.
• Strong background in interpreting structural and electrical specifications for high‑voltage substations and overhead lines.
• Willingness to work on‑site in Richards Bay, Bloemfontein or Mpumalanga as required.

Required skills

• Quality Management (CQI/SAQI)
• ISO 9001 quality systems
• Eskom QM 58 supplier quality standard
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITP)
• Quality Control Plans (QCP)
• Electrical Engineering principles
• Civil Engineering principles