Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist – Apparel

Hancock Agriculture; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Agriculture in Melbourne CBD seeks a Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist for apparel to own quality, compliance, and certification across cotton, wool, and leather programs. You will manage Chain of Custody documentation and ensure traceability from development through delivery.

You will oversee end-to-end quality processes across product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and inbound inspection, ensuring products meet brand standards, fit requirements, and global regulatory

Qualifications

• Experience in apparel quality assurance (essential).
• Strong knowledge of global compliance requirements (labelling, RSL, chemical safety).
• Experience working with offshore suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and production processes.
• Ability to interpret technical packs, specs, and manufacturing requirements.
• Experience managing Chain of Custody, traceability, certification, or fibre compliance programs within apparel or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage end-to-end quality assurance and control systems across apparel.
• Oversee fit approvals, product testing, and inspection processes (inline, pre-shipment, inbound).
• Ensure compliance with global standards including labelling, fibre content, chemical safety, and RSL requirements.
• Manage supplier and factory assessments and drive ongoing performance improvement.
• Lead root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are completed and sustained.
• Partner with Design, Product, Sourcing, and Production to embed quality across all stages.
• Identify risks early and implement practical preventative actions.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation including specs, BOMs, care labels, and supplier manuals.
• Manage third-party inspections and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Oversee certification, compliance, and continuity of supply for cotton, wool, and leather programs.
• Maintain Chain of Custody documentation with certification and industry bodies.
• Support export readiness and direct-from-factory compliance requirements.

Skills

Apparel QA

Global compliance

Offshore suppliers

Garment construction

Chain of Custody

Labeling standards

Job description

Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist – Apparel

• Location575 Bourke Street,Melbourne, VIC, 3000,Australia
• Employee TypeFull Time

Contact information

• Contact NameShelley Mains
• Contact Phone[phone]***
• Contact ************@hancockagriculture.com.au

Description

Join Kidman Apparel Group as a Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist – Apparel based in our Melbourne CBD office.

About the Role

We are looking for a Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist to take ownership of quality, compliance, and certification across our apparel ranges, with a strong focus on cotton, wool, and leather programs, including responsibility for Chain of Custody documentation and traceability requirements.

You will oversee end to end quality processes across product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and inbound inspection, ensuring products meet brand standards, fit requirements, customer expectations, and global regulatory obligations.

Partnering closely with suppliers, factories, and internal teams, you will drive continuous improvement, strengthen quality systems, and ensure our products are delivered to market with consistency, integrity, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and manage end to end quality assurance and control systems across apparel
• Oversee fit approvals, product testing, and inspection processes (inline, pre-shipment, inbound)
• Ensure compliance with global standards including labelling, fibre content, chemical safety, and RSL requirements
• Manage supplier and factory assessments and drive ongoing performance improvement
• Lead root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are completed and sustained
• Partner with Design, Product, Sourcing, and Production to embed quality across all stages
• Identify risks early and implement practical preventative actions
• Maintain accurate technical documentation including specs, BOMs, care labels, and supplier manuals
• Manage third-party inspections and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Oversee certification, compliance, and continuity of supply for cotton, wool, and leather programs
• Maintain Chain of Custody documentation with certification and industry bodies
• Support export readiness and direct-from-factory compliance requirements

About You

• Experience in apparel quality assurance (essential)
• Strong knowledge of global compliance requirements (labelling, RSL, chemical safety)
• Experience working with offshore suppliers and manufacturing partners
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and production processes
• Confident working across multiple stakeholders including Design, Product, Sourcing, and Production teams
• Able to interpret technical packs, specifications, and manufacturing requirements
• Experience managing Chain of Custody, traceability, certification, or fibre compliance programs within apparel, textiles, wool, cotton, leather, or related industries
• Sound knowledge of global labelling requirements and compliance standards across the UK, USA, and other international markets

Why Work with Us

• Own quality and compliance across premium apparel ranges
• Work with iconic Australian heritage brands including Driza-Bone
• Genuine end-to-end ownership from product development through to delivery
• Exposure to global suppliers and international compliance standards
• Opportunity to improve systems, influence standards, and reduce product risk
• Work in a business where quality, craftsmanship, and product integrity matter