Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance
Quality Control Technician
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Role overview
Job Title
Quality Control TechnicianJob Family
Health, Safety, Quality & CompliancePurpose Of The Role
The Quality Control Technician ensures that construction materials, components, and processes meet regulatory standards, safety guidelines, and project specifications through rigorous testing and inspection.
Role In MMC
Quality Control (QC) Technicians are essential in MMC by verifying the consistency, durability, and precision of prefabricated and modular construction elements. They help streamline production, minimise defects, and enhance efficiency in off-site and on-site construction processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Knowledge & Skills
Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding; with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Inspection & Testing
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Safety & Compliance
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Attention to Detail
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Quality Assurance
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Sustainable Construction
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Digital & Technology
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Automation & Robotics
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Data Analysis & Reporting
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Safety & Compliance
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Problem-Solving
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Communication & Collaboration
Prerequisites
Education
- Diploma or degree in Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. .
- Specialised courses in material science, compliance regulations, or digital quality control
Experience
- Hands-on experience in construction, manufacturing, or material testing roles.
- Internships or apprenticeships in quality control, engineering, or construction management.
Training & Certifications
- Certification in Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor).
- Training in BIM for quality assurance and construction data analysis.
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Quality Assurance Technician - Day in The Life
Meet Giselle Gallagher, who was a rugby scholarship student in America studying psychology before she returned home and found a job working in off-site construction manufacturing.
