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Senior site leadership role with end‑to‑end accountability for Quality and Environmental performance, including leadership of a high‑performing Quality team.
 Enterprise‑wide influence across site operations, strategy, and decision‑making as a key member of the Site Leadership Team.
 Strong value proposition for candidates, with flexible working arrangements, leadership autonomy, and relocation support to one of Australia's most liveable capital cities.
The role 
 

We are seeking an experienced Site Quality and Environmental Manager to provide strong leadership in food safety, quality, and environmental performance at our Lenah Valley site.

As a member of the Site Leadership Team, this high‑impact role influences all site operations, working closely with site and corporate teams to embed quality and environmental priorities into day‑to‑day decision‑making. Operating within Australia's most stringent dairy regulatory environment, the role is critical in protecting brand and consumer trust while driving sustainable site performance beyond a traditional quality remit.
 

 
The Lenah Valley site, approximately 15 minutes from the Hobart CBD, manufactures more than 50 milk, milkbased and cream products using fresh Tasmanian milk. With around 50 employees and annual production of approximately 33 million litres, the site offers the scale of a regulated manufacturing operation alongside the lifestyle benefits of living in Hobart, including short commutes, amazing food and strong cultural identity. 

 
Responsibilities 
 Lead and develop the site Quality team, setting clear expectations and driving strong performance and accountability.
 Own and continuously improve Quality & Environmental Management Systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory, certification, customer, and community requirements.
 Lead environmental compliance and regulatory engagement, including reporting and liaison with regulators and local authorities.
 Influence site strategy and culture, operating as a key member of the Site Leadership Team to embed a proactive, ownership‑driven quality and environmental mindset.
 Oversee audits, investigations, and reporting, ensuring audit readiness, effective issue resolution, and clear insights to support leadership decision‑making.
 About You 
 Significant experience leading Quality and Environmental functions in highly regulated manufacturing environments, supported by expert knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and GFSI standards (BRC, FSSC or equivalent).
 Proven ability to influence senior operational leaders and shape sitewide outcomes 
 Experience leading through regulatory scrutiny, audits and complex investigations 
 Demonstrated capability developing teams, lifting standards and building sustainable systems 
 Strong analytical, investigation and problem-solving skills Bega Group Story 

 
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M, on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.
 

 
Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!
 
 
Life at Bega Group

 
Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.
 Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
 Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
 Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
 Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
 Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
 
Applications
 
The successful applicant must hold a current Australian driver's license and will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
 

 
At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.
 
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.


Senior site leadership role with end‑to‑end accountability for Quality and Environmental performance, including leadership of a high‑performing Quality team.

Quality and Environmental Manager

Full time

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