Admin (Food Science and Nutrition )

IET PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance firm in Singapore seeks a compliance officer to manage application processing, stakeholder engagement, and ensure adherence to food safety regulations. The ideal candidate holds a diploma in Food Science or related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include advising clients on guidelines, conducting audits, and maintaining high-quality assessments against regulatory standards. This role offers an opportunity to impact public health and nutrition compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Preferably completed the WSQ Food Labelling Good Practices course.

Responsibilities

• Process new applications and assess compliance with HPB & SFA regulations.
• Advise companies on HCS guidelines and support during guideline changes.
• Manage audits and verify compliance for multiple products.

Skills

Nutrient verification

Stakeholder engagement

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition

Experience in compliance

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Application Processing
   • Process new applications, revised artwork, package sizes, and advertising materials within 25 working days.
   • Assess nutrient info, artwork, logo usage, and compliance with HPB & SFA regulations.
2. Guidance & Support
   • Advise companies on HCS guidelines, labelling, claims, and system usage.
   • Support companies during guideline changes.
3. Review & Communication
   • Follow HPB’s multi-tier review system, identify issues, and communicate amendments.
4. Reporting
   • Submit monthly HCS reports and product lists within 3 working days after month‑end.
5. Annual Product Review
   • Guide companies through compliance review, follow up with ~20 non‑compliant companies.
6. Audits
   • Manage Nutrient Verification (400‑450 products/year), Market Surveillance (1,400 products/year), Close‑the‑Loop (150 products/year), and ad‑hoc checks (100‑200 products/year).
   • Verify compliance, liaise with labs, purchase samples if needed.
7. Data Management
   • Maintain accurate databases, update info, validate data, support system transitions.
8. Stakeholder Engagement
   • Liaise with companies, HPB, labs, and partners on applications and audits.
9. Compliance & Quality
   • Ensure work meets HCS guidelines, HPB policies, SFA regulations, and SOPs. Maintain high‑quality assessments.

Educational Requirements

• Education: Minimum Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, or Nutrition/Dietetics.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience.
• Training: Preferably, each personnel has completed the WSQ Food Labelling Good Practices course.