Head of Quality

A bit about us:

Melrose Group is a progressive and innovative whole-body health and wellness company. Weve been a household name in natural and organic foods therapeutic and health products for the last five decades. We are driven to produce high quality and premium products so we can achieve our purpose to inspire a healthier happier you naturally!

A bit about the role:

We are seeking a Head of Quality to shape and deliver our Quality Strategy ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while embedding a strong quality culture across the organisation. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer this is a critical leadership role where you will align quality outcomes with our commercial and strategic objectives ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of safety compliance and customer satisfaction.

Some of the key areas youll look after are:

• Develop and deliver a Quality Strategy that drives performance against key metrics and compliance requirements.
• Provide regular reporting to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) ensuring visibility of priorities progress and action plans.
• Lead QMS development audits root cause analysis and certification compliance (TGA FSANZ).
• Drive continuous improvement and best-practice processes including HACCP/HARPC frameworks.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including key customers and regulators.
• Develop and deliver a Quality Strategy aligned with business and compliance requirements.
• Foster a high-performing Quality Team through effective leadership and professional development.

This role is perfect for someone who has:

• A Tertiary qualification in Science or Engineering (essential).
• Proven leadership experience (510 years) in Quality Assurance within food manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge and experience of TGA and FSANZ standards (critical).
• Qualified Lead Auditor certification (highly desirable).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead QMS frameworks and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent people leadership skills with a track record of building high-performing teams

Why should you work with us:

• Flexible Work we understand that there is life outside of work which is why we are committed to providing a flexible work environment. Depending on your role this may mean the option to work hybrid in the office and from home
• Free products staff allowance and substantial discounts on all our amazing product range
• We are united by a core set of values that we live and breathe each day Permission to play Be purpose led Think future act now Play fair & as One Make it happen and Communication is key
• Benefits program Access to a number of health initiatives focusing on your Mind Body Soul Occupational and Financial wellbeing. This includes things such paid birthday leave employee recognition program paid parental leave and EAP (a free strictly confidential service to support our employees and their immediate families).

At Melrose Group we are committed to excellence in quality safety and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by shaping our Quality Strategy driving cultural change and ensuring we remain a trusted leader in our industry. If youre a strategic thinker with a passion for quality and compliance and you thrive in a dynamic environment wed love to hear from you.

Ready to be part of our exciting journey Click the apply button now! Applications close 22nd October 2025

For further information please contact or call (03).

Pre-employment requirements: Employment offers are subject to satisfactory reference checks a pre-employment medical assessment and confirmation of working rights.

Applicants must hold valid Australian working rights to be considered for this role.

A note to recruiters: were not looking for external assistance on this role right now.