Cental is a global supplier of fully designed, engineered, built and integrated modular and skid-mounted solutions for the Data Centre, Utilities, Life Sciences, and Oil & Gas markets. From our headquarters in Carlow, Ireland, we deliver comprehensive solutions for clients worldwide.

Our people are the foundation of our success. With three manufacturing facilities and a talented team of engineers, designers, project managers, and tradespeople, our team manages every detail, ensuring seamless delivery from initial design to final installation. We value teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement, creating a collaborative, innovative environment where everyone can reach their potential.

We also believe in celebrating achievements and recognising effort. From monthly quality and safety initiatives for breakfast treats and local tool vouchers, to company breakfasts, staff BBQs, and occasional outings, we bring people together to enjoy achievements and strengthen our team spirit.

Growth and learning are central to Cental. Whether you’re joining as an apprentice, graduate, or experienced professional, we provide training and development opportunities to help you build a rewarding, long-term career.

If you’re passionate about excellence, innovation, and teamwork, join us and be part of a company that’s engineering solutions and building futures.

Role purpose

The Quality Assistant will support the QA/QC team in maintaining quality standards across factory and site activities. The role involves assisting with inspections, quality documentation, snag tracking, supplier coordination and closeout actions, ensuring that quality records are accurate, up to date and ready for client submission. This role offers the opportunity to develop practical experience in quality assurance and quality control within a construction and engineering environment.

Key responsibilities

·      Support daily quality inspections in the factory and on-site.

·       Inspect modules, equipment and installations using approved checklists.

·       Assist QA/QC inspectors with walkdowns, FOKs, FATs and client inspections.

·       Record snags, collect photographic evidence and follow up on closeout actions.

·       Prepare, review and maintain quality documentation, inspection reports and client handover packs.

·       Support material receiving inspections, supplier quality activities and supplier coordination.

·       Maintain quality trackers, inspection registers and project records.

·       Assist with NCRs, corrective actions and continuous improvement activities.

·       Coordinate and maintain training records, competency matrices and certification documentation.

·       Prepare and compile quality documentation packs for client submission.

·       Support W0, W1 and W2 walkdowns and commissioning (Cx) activities.

·       Provide QA/QC support for DUB16 site activities, including inspections, documentation and snag closeout.

Skills and Experience

·       Previous experience in construction, manufacturing or quality is desirable.

·       Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

·       Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and SharePoint.

·       Good communication skills, teamwork and willingness to learn.

·       Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple quality-related activities.