Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years. Our purpose is to lead animal nutrition by solving the production challenges of today and tomorrow.We believe:Meaningful change happens through meaningful partnershipsFeed needs to be viewed as part of an end-to-end EcosystemAnimal Nutrition is the key to more sustainable and profitable farmingWhat's on offer?The Quality Business Partner is accountable for coaching and supporting leaders in driving a positive and engaged quality culture. This role is also accountable for providing fit for purpose, functional management systems to effectively manage quality improvements and risks.Ridley offers a supportive team environment, great culture and excellent benefits including:Training and development opportunities, including study assistanceCompetitive salary packages and employment conditionsSalary continuance insuranceEmployee Share SchemeCorporate health plan with BUPA Health InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramKey responsibilities for this position include:Establish and maintain strong business partnerships with key stakeholders.Enable effective 'whole of business' decision making and risk management that is proactive and cross-functionally efficientEngage with stakeholders across the business to deliver on Quality improvement activities and initiativesSupport to deliver on defined Business Quality Objectives and KPI's.Train, coach, advise leaders and employees in the autonomous and the effective application of quality processes and systems, drive continuous improvement throughout all business processes within remitEnsure Ridley is compliant with Feedsafety, Quality and Biosecurity requirementsProvide broad, generalist advice on full Quality remit including BiosecuritySupport sites to sustain product quality and where necessary improve product qualityCoach managers and employees on the implementation and maintenance of management systemsSource external technical solutions as requiredDevelop (or source) and deliver training programsReview and maintain quality & business procedures, tools and manage incident data and communication systems including appropriate reporting mechanisms.Investigate quality incidents with stakeholders across the Ridley businessLiaison with external authorities and bodies related to QualityMonitor external practices and recommend fit for use initiatives that are fit to be applied within RidleyCoordinate, schedule, monitor and measure quality culture initiativesBe a high profile safety leader in Ridley and assist HSE to deliver a strong safety culture and application of HSE systemsKey requirements for this role include:Strong organisational and communication skillsTertiary qualifications in science, safety/enviro, food technology, nutrition or related fields or equivalent experienceExtensive experience in Food safety and Quality Assurance or Food TechnologyExceptional communication skills both verbal and writtenPartnering and stakeholder management skillsThis is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to work within the agricultural industry while developing valuable skills for the future. Ridley is an equal opportunity employer offering a range of employee benefits. To apply, please click 'Apply Now' below and provide both your resume and cover letter. Position open to applicants with unrestricted work right in Australia. Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a comprehensive pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol testing).LocationToowoombaCategoryQuality & TechnicalWork TypeFull-TimeApplications Close On04/01/2024 at 12:00 AMApplications for this job have now closed.#J-18808-Ljbffr
