About Farm Frites Australia
Farm Frites Australia Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer and distributor of premium quality frozen potato products.
As a subsidiary of the global Farm Frites group, we are dedicated to providing creative and sustainable food solutions to our customers across Australia and New Zealand.
With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and environmental sustainability, we are a dynamic and growing company committed to excellence.
We are currently building a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in
Dooen, Victoria,
and are looking for a Learning & Development Specialist to build our L&D; function from the ground up.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the HR Manager – Plant / HR Director, you will play a critical role in establishing a skilled, safe, and high-performing workforce.
Using Farm Frites International (FFI) materials as your foundation, you will design, adapt, and implement a complete L&D; strategy tailored for our new site.
Working closely with local and international Operations, Quality, Safety, and HR teams, this is a hands-on position balancing strategy, system implementation, and frontline facilitation.
Key Responsibilities:
Establish the L&D; Strategy:
Conduct site-wide training needs analyses across production, maintenance, and support teams to build a site-based L&D; plan aligned with business goals.
Build & Deliver Training:
Design and facilitate engaging inductions, technical skills training, and compliance modules (WHS, Food Safety, and SOPs).
Systems & Competency Management:
Develop role-based competency matrices, manage LMS records, and track training effectiveness to ensure full audit readiness.




Drive Capability & Innovation:
Introduce modern learning solutions (digital tools, microlearning), support frontline leader coaching, and foster cross-skilling and succession planning.
Global Collaboration:
Work closely with international counterparts in the Netherlands to adapt global frameworks for the Australian plant.
About You
You are a proactive L&D; professional who thrives in fast-paced operational environments and enjoys taking a function from concept to execution.
Qualifications & Experience:
Experience:
3–5+ years in a Learning & Development, Training, or HR role—ideally within
manufacturing or FMCG
.
Qualifications:
Tertiary qualification in HR, Business, L&D;, or a related field.
A Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) is highly desirable.
Technical Knowledge:
Deep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, LMS platforms, and compliance training (Food Safety, WHS, SOPs).
Skills:
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage, coach, and influence stakeholders across all site levels.
What We Offer
Salary:
AUD $100,000 base + superannuation.
Travel Opportunities:
Includes international travel to the
Netherlands
to align with global teams (flights, accommodation, and meals covered per FFA policy).
Work Flexibility & Housing:
Flexible hybrid working (remote / Horsham / Netherlands) during the initial rollout, transitioning to full-time on-site work.
Relocation and housing assistance can be provided if required.
Reach out directly to Megan Dunlop on
04•••••989
, or apply now with CV and cover letter.

📌 Learning And Development Specialist (Horsham)
🏢 Farm Frites Horsham
📍 Horsham