Program Technical Coordinator (Food)

SGS; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Training and development

Global network

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking a Program Technical Coordinator to support delivery of food certification programs (FSSC 22000, BRCGS). Based in Melbourne or Sydney, you will liaise with auditors, clients and technical specialists to coordinate certification activities and review technical documentation.

Ideal candidate has degree in food science/related discipline, 5+ years in food manufacturing QA or safety, HACCP knowledge, Lead Auditor credentials preferred, and a proactive, customer-focused

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing QA or safety is required.
• GFSI-certified environment knowledge is preferred.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation and audit findings.
• Strong communication with clients and auditors is essential.
• HACCP training is essential; Lead Auditor qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of FSSC 22000, BRCGS and other food certification programs.
• Review client documentation to meet certification requirements.
• Support technical reviews of audit reports and certification documentation.
• Liaise with auditors, clients and internal teams to ensure audits are completed on time.
• Maintain accurate certification records and audit documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers regarding certification requirements and food safety standards.

Skills

Food safety expertise

Quality Assurance

Auditing

HACCP knowledge

Lead Auditor

Client communication

Independent working

Education

Degree in Food Science

Food Technology

Microbiology

Job description

SGS Australiais a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy ofover 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,600 employees across Australia.We are accredited byNATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

Are you an experienced Food Quality or Food Safety professional looking to move beyond the manufacturing environment?

SGS is seeking a Program Technical Coordinator to support the delivery of our internationally recognised food certification programs, with a primary focus on FSSC 22000 and BRCGS Food Safety. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong food manufacturing or quality assurance background who is passionate about food safety, compliance and technical excellence.

Based in Melbourne or Sydney, you'll work closely with auditors, clients and technical specialists to coordinate certification activities, review technical documentation and support the delivery of accredited food certification services.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinate the delivery of FSSC 22000, BRCGS and other food certification programs.
• Review client documentation and audit files to ensure they meet certification and SGS requirements.
• Support technical reviews of audit reports, corrective actions and certification documentation.
• Liaise with auditors, clients and internal teams to ensure audits and certification activities are completed on time.
• Maintain accurate certification records and audit documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers regarding certification requirements and food safety standards

Qualifications

What We Are Looking For

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in food manufacturing within Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Technical, Compliance, or Food Technology roles.
• Experience working within a GFSI-certified environment, with knowledge of standards such as FSSC 22000, BRCGS, SQF, or similar.
• Strong understanding of HACCP principles, food safety management systems, quality processes, and audit requirements.
• HACCP training is essential, with Lead Auditor qualifications or experience supporting certification, supplier, or third-party audits highly regarded.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, audit findings, corrective actions, or supporting audit activities is desirable.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive, customer-focused, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Move from manufacturing into a technical certification role.
• Work with leading food manufacturers across Australia and internationally.
• Ongoing training and development in globally recognised food safety standards.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Opportunity to build expertise in accredited certification programs.

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.

• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
• Corporate health & wellbeing offers
• Ongoing learning & development
• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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