Laboratory Supervisor

About the Role

JBS Dinmore is seeking a motivated and experienced Laboratory Supervisor to lead our on-site laboratory team. This role is responsible for ensuring all laboratory testing, reporting and compliance activities meet regulatory, quality assurance and company standards.

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Laboratory Supervisor will oversee daily laboratory operations, manage a team of technicians and ensure accurate and timely testing to support production and food safety requirements.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Supervise the daily operations of the site laboratory and laboratory technicians
• Ensure all microbiological, chemical, and environmental testing is conducted accurately and in accordance with required standards
• Maintain compliance with food safety, regulatory, and company quality systems
• Review and validate laboratory results and reports
• Manage sample collection, testing schedules, and documentation
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration, and inventory of consumables
• Provide training, guidance, and support to laboratory staff
• Investigate non-conformances and assist with corrective actions
• Work closely with production, QA, and site leadership teams to support operational outcomes
• Ensure adherence to workplace health and safety standards within the laboratory

About You

• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably within the food or meat processing industry
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
• Relevant qualification in microbiology, food science, chemistry, or a related field
• Strong understanding of food safety systems and laboratory quality standards
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication and team leadership skills

Why work for JBS Australia?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining product quality and food safety

About Us

JBS Australia, part of the global JBS business, is the largest and most respected meat and food processor in Australia with a strong portfolio of leading beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added products. Our Northern division operates five beef processing plants across Queensland and Northern NSW, producing more than 400,000 tonnes of beef products every year.

Located in Ipswich in South East Queensland, the JBS Dinmore Plant is the largest beef processing facility in the southern hemisphere. The plant employs approximately 2,000 team members with a processing capacity of 3,400 head of cattle per day.

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