Quality Assurance Coordinator – Farming

About Pace

At Pace Farm, we’re proud of our strong family values that have guided us since the 1970s. From humble beginnings, we’ve grown into one of Australia’s largest egg producers, delivering the freshest, tastiest eggs nationwide. As the leading supplier of farm-fresh eggs and egg products, our mission is to continue setting the standard in the industry by valuing our people and equipping them with the skills to deliver top-quality products and service. With egg-citing growth and expansion on the horizon, now’s a great time to join us and be part of our continued success!

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Coordinator – Farming to join our team in a newly created role at our Norwest head office. This position is essential in ensuring that products and services consistently meet established quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements. The Quality Assurance Coordinator – Farming will oversee processes, conduct thorough audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvements in product quality and operational efficiency. The role will also require regular travel to farm sites, with an average of 2-3 trips twice a month to audit and assess our sites, ensuring compliance and quality standards are consistently maintained across all our locations.

What you’ll do

• Maintain and update the farming quality manual and review SOPs with the farming department.
• Assist in crisis management programs, including mock recalls and contingency plans.
• Support farm training documentation and assist with the LMS system for training.
• Conduct internal audits against ESA and Pace Standards and manage audit schedules.
• Oversee corrective actions and ensure effective close-outs with onsite staff.
• Assist in the external audit process and manage the ESA portal for audit corrective actions.
• Ensure farming SDS and specifications are up to date and accessible to all sites.
• Maintain farm compliance documentation, including maps, water testing, and salmonella monitoring.
• Prepare reports on safety culture, quality metrics, and areas for improvement
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and stay updated on industry standards.

About You

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and a passion for quality assurance? We’re looking for someone with 3-5 years of experience in auditing or quality management, ideally in agriculture or a related field. You’ll need to be comfortable conducting audits, managing corrective actions, and working independently. Strong interpersonal skills are essential as you’ll be liaising with farm managers and stakeholders to ensure compliance. If you’re highly organised, computer-savvy, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and take the next step in your career!

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, auditing, or a similar role, ideally within agriculture, animal science, food production, or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and methodologies (ISO Standards).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and liaise effectively with farm managers and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in quality management software and tools, including Safety Culture and Excel.
• Ability to conduct internal audits, raise corrective actions, and ensure effective follow-up and closure.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Proactive approach to work, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ideal to have current internal audit and HACCP Applications and Principles Training. Previous experience conducting internal audits is desirable.
• Comfortable with travel and site visits.

Why Join Pace Farm?

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters teamwork and growth.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working from home one day a week.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Regular free product samples to enjoy.
• Complimentary flu vaccinations to support your well-being. To find out more about us, visit https://www.pacefarm.com

Interested?

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please hit apply now and submit your resume, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Pace Farm acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age background, feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply