Program Technical Coordinator

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards. SGS is seeking a Program Technical Coordinator to support the delivery of our GFSI-recognised food certification programs, with a primary focus on FSSC 22000 and BRCGS Food Safety. This role provides critical technical, accreditation, and program support, including audit preparation, technical reviews, certification decisions (as required), and stakeholder coordination for our clients. What you’ll be doing Client documentation Review: Review and approve client documents and prepare for audits as per standard and SGS requirements. Technical Reviews: Conduct technical reviews of audit reports, non-conformances, corrective actions, and root cause analyses to ensure strict compliance with FSSC 22000, BRCGS, and/or other SGS unaccredited/accredited standards. Program Coordination: Coordinate with auditors, clients, global affiliates, and internal teams to meet program timelines and KPIs. Systems Management: Maintain accurate audit documentation, databases, schedules, and SGS systems to ensure audit trails are robust and compliant. Technical Support: Serve as the subject matter expert, responding to customer and technical enquiries regarding FSSC 22000 and BRCGS standards in a timely manner. What We Are Looking For Education: Degree in Food Science or a closely related scientific discipline. Industry Experience: Minimum 3–5 years’ experience working in food manufacturing within a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or technical role.