Technical Compliance Lead – Fresh Produce

Henderson Brown Recruitment; Dartford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Brown Recruitment is seeking an experienced Technical Manager in Dartford to support the Head of Technical and uphold the highest standards across site, suppliers, and customers. This hands-on role covers customer specifications, audits, and compliance within a fast-paced fresh produce environment.

You will drive food safety culture, lead on BRCGS and Red Tractor compliance, manage internal audits, supplier approvals, and training, and ensure quality across product specs and customer

Qualifications

• Essential experience within fresh produce (fruit & veg).
• Strong knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and QMS.
• Experience working with retail customers.
• In-depth knowledge of BRCGS standards and customer complaint management.
• Excellent IT skills with standard MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer specifications and supplier approvals; maintain trackers and platforms.
• Lead on-site HACCP team (Level 3 minimum).
• Oversee internal audits (GMPs), non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Prepare and lead monthly technical meetings; host third-party audits (BRCGS, Red Tractor, LEAF).
• Maintain site policies relating to food safety, legality, quality, and authenticity.

Education

HACCP Level 3

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Henderson Brown Recruitment is seeking an experienced Technical Manager in Dartford to support the Head of Technical and uphold the highest standards across site, suppliers, and customers. This hands-on role covers customer specifications, audits, and compliance within a fast-paced fresh produce environment.

You will drive food safety culture, lead on BRCGS and Red Tractor compliance, manage internal audits, supplier approvals, and training, and ensure quality across product specs and customer