Food Safety Specialist

An exciting opportunity has arisen with our client as they are seeking a Food Safety Specialist to join their team on a permanent full-time position.

Based in Brisbane, this role will see you travelling from Byron Bay to Cairns conducting onsite internal/GMP audits and facilitating onsite external third-party audits across 54 outlets.  The majority of outlets are based in Brisbane and the Gold Coast and flights/accommodation will be covered by the company for the FNQ outlets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and adhere to GMP Audit schedule
• Conduct regular GMP audits of the food kiosks
• Forward reports and NCR’s onto Quality Team and Franchisee in a timely manner
• Conduct re-training as a result of any non-conformances raised
• Close out non-conformances by re-visiting the food kiosks and assessing staff for compliance
• Conduct 6 monthly environmental swabbing of food kiosks
• Ensure results are within specification
• Conduct internal investigations based on customer complaints
• Conduct induction training for all new Franchisees in the company’s Food Safety Program

The position is full-time Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00pm.  The successful candidate will be required to have a current driver’s licence, and their own car and have the ability to be part of a close-knit team but work autonomously.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Food Technology or Science related degree are highly desired
• Demonstrated auditing skills and experience
• Ability to work unsupervised and exercise independence to problem solve and make decisions
• Sound knowledge and understanding of HACCP, GMP principles and retailer standards
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and work effectively under tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt communication style for all levels of the business

On offer will be a competitive salary, car allowance, iPad and mobile phone + the opportunity to join an international company based also in the USA and Canada.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience, then we encourage you to apply today.  

Prospective candidates must hold either Permanent Residency or Australian Citizenship for this position.

Natasha Donaghy - *******@osbornerichardson.com.au