About

The Client

Divya Agriculture Management Pty Ltd deals with labour services related to the agricultural production industry in Australia. They now seek a skilled and experienced Primary Product Inspector to join their team in Gatton, QLD.

The Role

The position for hire is a Primary Product Inspector and will be for a full time role with an annual salary set between $77,000 to $80,000, and will be based in Gatton, QLD.

Responsibilities

Inspect agricultural and primary produce (fruits, vegetables, grains, etc.) for quality, freshness, and compliance with industry and government standards.

Conduct pre-harvest and post-harvest inspections to ensure products meet food safety and export requirements.

Monitor grading and classification of products according to size, weight, ripeness, and quality benchmarks.

Check for contamination, pest infestation, spoilage, and damage in raw produce.

Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing to assess chemical residues, microbiological safety, or nutritional content.

Verify that produce handling, storage, and transport meet HACCP, ISO, and WHS standards.

Record inspection findings, maintain accurate quality control reports, and recommend corrective actions.

Reject or quarantine products that fail to meet required standards, ensuring non-compliant goods are segregated and documented.

Liaise with farmers, suppliers, logistics staff, and regulators regarding inspection results and compliance matters.

Oversee calibration and use of inspection equipment such as moisture meters, weighing machines, and optical graders.

Conduct supplier audits and verify their compliance with procurement contracts and food safety regulations.

Train and guide staff on quality assurance protocols and inspection procedures.

Participate in continuous improvement programs, identifying opportunities to enhance product handling, storage, and distribution.

Support traceability and recall procedures, ensuring products can be tracked through the supply chain

Requirements

At least a Bachelor degree in Agriculture or in a relevant field

At least 3 years’ experience in inspecting and grading primary produce within agriculture, food processing, or FMCG industries.

At least 3 years’ experience applying food safety regulations (HACCP, FSANZ standards, ISO 9001) and ensuring compliance with export/import laws.

At least 3 years’ experience conducting supplier audits, laboratory sampling, and documentation of inspection findings.

At least 3 years’ experience using specialised inspection tools and technologies (e.g., moisture testers, optical sorters, digital traceability systems).

At least 3 years’ experience in risk management and implementing corrective and preventative actions for non-conforming products.

At least 3 years’ experience preparing reports, liaising with regulatory authorities, and training staff in quality inspection procedures

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent problem solving and resolution skills