ARYZTA is an international food company headquartered in Switzerland, holding a leading global position in B2B bakery industry across Europe and Asia-Pacific regions. Catering to widely diverse customer channels including quick-service restaurants, retail and foodservice, ARYZTA employs approximately 7,500 people around the world.
ARYZTA is for people who are passionate about what they do and doing it well. We take pride in our high quality, delicious food and in our leading position as the world's number one frozen bakery.
In Australia & New Zealand our growing business currently operates across three cutting-edge industrial bakeries in VIC, NSW and New Zealand, supported by four distribution centres in key locations and fueled by the dedication and passion of our employees. To support the business growth strategy, we are now building a new plant in Nambeelup, WA (12km from Mandurah and 60 km South of Perth).
The Opportunity
We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the position of Sanitation Manager at our brand-new WA bakery scheduled to launch at the beginning of 2026.
Reporting to the Plant Manager WA, this key role will lead the Sanitation function, ensuring hygiene standards at the site meet the highest levels of food safety, quality assurance, and operational excellence.
As a hands‐on leader, you'll be responsible for managing sanitation systems, maintaining compliance records, scheduling resources, and driving team performance, training and development.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement and manage the site Sanitation Program ensuring that equipment and facility sanitation is performed in a safe, sanitary and efficient manner.
* Review sanitation needs with Department Managers to prevent scheduling conflicts.
* Implement an effective Pest Control Program, Waste Management and Environmental Program adhering to Company and Regulatory standards.
* Schedule and manage additional cleaning requirements for adequate facility cleanliness.
* Ensure correct cleaning equipment, tools and chemicals are available and maintained to company standards.
* Responsible for the training and development necessary to maintain a knowledgeable, experienced and productive Site Sanitation team. Support and trains other departments in sanitation methods and procedures.
* Ensure timely and accurate reporting for company, customer, and legislative requirements.
* Adhere to all Company and local Policies and Procedures and SOPs including Food Safety and Product Quality, including any amendments, or new policies and procedures that may be implemented.
* Ensure OHS standards and procedures are maintained at all times.
* Champion the ARYZTA Core Values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity & Care.
About You
We are looking for a hands‐on natural leader who is detail and action oriented and thrives for excellence.
To be successful in the role you bring:
* Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in the food/FMCG or relevant industry.
* Comprehensive knowledge of sanitary/chemical and food manufacturing standards will be preferred.
* Strong leadership qualities, including independent decision‐making, team engagement and strategic planning abilities.
* Demonstrated capacity to work efficiently and effectively, exhibiting initiative and diligence even under tight deadlines, managing multiple projects while upholding attention to detail and quality.
* Commitment to continuous learning, improvement, and adaptability.
* Proficient in basic MS Office applications.
* Familiarity in business ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems like Kleanz will be highly regarded.
* Exceptional analytical and problem‐solving skills.
* Flexibility for weekend and afterhours work.
In return to your experience and skills, we offer
* An attractive remuneration package including performance bonus.
* Ownership and scope for career development.
* The opportunity to make a real impact at an exciting time of business growth.
* Operate in a state‐of‐the‐art bakery equipped with industry‐leading technology and equipment.
* Join a Global employer that puts people first.
Your Application
If you are ready to take this unique career defining opportunity and you are looking to be part of this exciting new chapter in ARYZTA's journey, we would like to hear from you now! Please APPLY ONLINE or email for more information.
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