Supplier Quality Specialist
Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3004

Join Vestas’ Supplier Quality & Development (SQ&D) team and play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental performance across our supplier network in the APAC region.
In this role, you will drive strategic and operational supplier development, supporting category strategies across Construction, Transport, and Service (CLIP). You will partner with internal and external stakeholders to enhance supplier performance, reduce non-conformities, and ensure zero incidents—all while upholding Vestas’ global standards and processes.
Responsibilities:
- Supplier Qualification Process
- Supplier Performance Monitoring Process
- Supplier Development Process
In details:
Deploy the Vestas Quality, Safety and Environment Strategy towards external suppliers under CLIP categories as Construction, Transport and Service
- Manage supplier quality, capability, and performance topics on behalf and in compliance with regional & global strategy
- Execute new markets entry strategy & new supplier onboarding ensuring Vestas processes are followed
- Secure agreement with regional QHSE & Construction team for completion of supplier improvement activities.
- Lead QSE activities in cases of non-quality performance and incidents with suppliers in line with Vestas requirements.
- Drive Supplier Performance Review Meetings with cross-functional participation
- Ensure that relevant QSE agreements with suppliers are in place
- Lead and conduct supplier development projects and supplier local initiative, conduct QHSE audits and prepare-present executive reports
Qualification:
Master's or bachelor's degree in engineering
5+ years hands-on experience on similar position with supplier management, safety & quality focus
Experience with supplier management and driving improvement projects on quality, process, and safety area
Previous history working in oil & gas, offshore, service or transport business is an advantage Certified auditor/lead auditor ISO, other standards and relevant quality-safety certifications will be an advantage
Competencies:
- Strong project management skills with the ability to drive complex development projects across the organization
- Competency in data analytics and strong problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills, oral and written, strong meeting facilitator with the ability to work effectively -with diverse stakeholders within an international, dynamic & cross-functional environment
- Self-driven personality, independent learning & critical thinking skills - ability to identify and deliver actionable solutions to complex problems
What We Offer:
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A strong safety culture
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Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
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An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy
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The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development.
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Global career progression prospects
What we offer:
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An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy.
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A strong safety cultures
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Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
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The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
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Global career progression prospects.
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Diversity and Inclusion
Additional information:
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All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role.
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Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time including before the advertised closing date.
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Our Benefits
Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
- Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
- A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
- Flexible workplace arrangements
- 18 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
- 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.