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Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager

Mildura Region, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-18

Core

Lead quality, food safety, and compliance for a citrus packhouse, ensuring premium Australian produce meets global standards.

Role type

Senior Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager

Builds

Food safety programs, compliance frameworks, and audit-ready documentation for fresh produce operations.

Domain

Food manufacturing / Fresh produce / Agricultural processing

Required skills

Food safety leadership, HACCP/SQF/BRC knowledge, audit management, supplier/vendor management, incident investigation, regulatory compliance (FSANZ), data analysis, stakeholder influence, continuous improvement.

Preferred skills

HARPS, Freshcare, DAFF, MICOR, SEDEX knowledge.

Technologies

SQF, HACCP, FSANZ, HARPS, Freshcare, DAFF, MICOR, SEDEX

Responsibilities

Own the site's Quality Management System and compliance framework; lead internal and external audits; manage customer complaints and product incidents; oversee supplier approval and vendor programs; drive food safety culture and sustainability initiatives; coach quality team members; analyze quality data for trends and risks.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC