Overview
Quality & Laboratory Supervisor Lead Quality. Drive Improvement. Support Sustainable Aquaculture. BioMar Australia is seeking a Quality & Laboratory Supervisor to join our team on Tasmania's northwest coast. Reporting to the Quality Manager, this role ensures the quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of our aquaculture feed products while supervising laboratory operations and the laboratory team.
Responsibilities
* Supervise and coordinate daily laboratory operations and quality assurance activities.
* Lead, coach, and develop laboratory team members, including training, competency development, performance management, and workload planning.
* Oversee quality control testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished feed products using NIR, wet chemistry, physical testing, and advanced analytical methods.
* Monitor production processes and collaborate with operational teams to maintain product quality and resolve quality-related issues.
* Conduct internal quality audits and manage corrective and preventive actions.
* Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO standards, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements.
* Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, proficiency testing programs, and data integrity standards.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including digital quality systems, laboratory efficiency improvements, and process optimisation.
* Manage laboratory consumables, purchasing activities, and budget inputs.
* Promote a strong safety culture through risk assessments, incident investigations, and compliance with WHS requirements.
* Act as a key point of contact for suppliers, auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders on quality and laboratory matters.
About You
* A Bachelor of Science, laboratory qualification, or equivalent technical qualification.
* 4–5 years' experience in quality assurance, laboratory operations, or a related technical environment.
* Previous experience supervising or leading team members.
* Strong knowledge of quality systems, food safety standards, HACCP, and ISO requirements.
* Experience interpreting laboratory data and applying analytical problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
* A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
* A commitment to workplace safety, quality, and teamwork.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary aligned to your skills and experience.
* Additional 0.5% above-award superannuation contribution.
* Comprehensive health and wellbeing program, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), personal accident insurance, onsite occupational physiologist support, and pre-employment health assessments.
* Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
* A collaborative, values-driven culture focused on sustainability and innovation.
* The opportunity to work in one of Tasmania's most beautiful regions while contributing to the future of sustainable aquaculture.
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