Surveillance Officer

About Bureau Veritas

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects. In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities. For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

Infrastructure

Bureau Veritas is a market leader in Independent Certification and Verification, playing a critical role in enabling

the delivery of complex, large-scale infrastructure assets that underpin economic growth and societal wellbeing. Our Infrastructure team offers strategic, commercial and technical advice to help you unlock opportunities and deliver successful projects.

The Opportunity

Bureau Veritas is expanding our infrastructure delivery capability in South Australia, and we’re inviting experienced Surveillance Officers and Inspectors to join us on some of Adelaide’s major infrastructure projects. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of South Australia’s infrastructure by ensuring quality and compliance across all elements of these projects. We’re particularly focused on strengthening our presence in metropolitan and surrounding areas, where a strong pipeline of public infrastructure projects is underway.

Whether youre based in South Australia or interstate, we’re looking for committed professionals with a passion for infrastructure and a proven track record in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide onsite verification of works, contractors QA systems, and all other onsite activities for designated projects.
• Maintain detailed site records, including photographic and written documentation, to verify work completion and quality.
• Offer real-time feedback on construction issues to the project team and stakeholders.
• Support Project Engineers, Managers, and Directors to ensure effective project delivery while taking responsibility for day-to-day surveillance of assigned project elements.
• Releasing Hold Points
  
  

About You

• Preferably 10 years’ experience working on significant infrastructure projects. Ideally, you have worked with Tier 1 or 2 Contractors as a superintendent, nominated authority or similar with an excellent understanding of modern construction methods across multiple disciplines such as road pavements, bridges, drainage, reinforced concrete structures, precast concrete etc.
• A solid understanding of South Australia’s Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DiT) Master Specification will be highly regarded.
• Proven experience in technical surveillance or quality assurance within engineering or construction, with a strong track record of managing and verifying onsite activities.
• Proficiency in reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, Australian Standards, and construction documentation.
• Excellent client and stakeholder relationship management skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a high-performing team.
• Previous experience working as an Independent Reviewer / Construction Verifier would be advantageous.
  
  

How We Care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:

• We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:
• Fantastic Training and Development opportunities
• Discounted Health & Wellbeing Platform
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’s
• Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa
• Access to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portal
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
  
  

A rewarding career

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity, and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.

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