Job Description

Provectus Algae uses Precision Photosynthesis® to accelerate nature in a proprietary biomanufacturing platform. Combining AI-driven strain selection with precision-controlled cultivation, we discover and produce high-value compounds from algae, one of the least explored and most promising sources of novel biology on Earth. Through Proteus Ag Pty Ltd we now manufacture and supply Surf'nTurf®, our methane-inhibiting feed supplement for livestock.

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Position summary

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The Quality Assurance Officer keeps our quality management system current, complete and audit-ready. You will own day-to-day document and record control across the laboratory and our stockfeed manufacturing operation, and carry out the internal audits and routine checks that show the system is being followed.

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This is a detail role with real visibility. You will work alongside the Quality Manager as we carry our ISO/IEC 17025 application through NATA assessment and embed our newly certified FeedSafe® system, and you will spend time on the production floor and in the laboratory as well as at a desk.

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Key accountabilities & responsibilities

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- Maintain the document register: issue, revision, distribution, withdrawal and archiving, so only current versions are available at the point of use.
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- Issue controlled batch records, logbooks and forms, and check completed records for legibility, completeness and correct signatures before filing.
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- Maintain record retention and retrieval so that any batch, test result or delivery can be traced on request.
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- Maintain the training register and matrix, and the calibration, cleaning, pest control, SDS and approved supplier registers.
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- Carry out the scheduled internal audit programme across the FeedSafe® elements and the ISO/IEC 17025 management system, and write up findings factually.
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- Perform routine verification checks on the floor and in the lab: pre-operational hygiene,



line clearance, label and packaging checks, weight tolerances, and storage and stock rotation.
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- Raise nonconformance reports, maintain the NCR log, and track corrective actions to their due date.
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- Collect and file retention samples, and support traceability exercises and mock recalls.
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- Prepare the records and evidence packs for FeedSafe®, NATA and customer audits.
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- Log customer complaints, gather the supporting records and document investigation outcomes.
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- Follow all WHS procedures and report incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions immediately.
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Essential skills & experience

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- 2 or more years in a quality assurance, document control or records role in a regulated manufacturing, food, feed or laboratory workplace.
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- Methodical and accurate with records and version control, and confident with spreadsheets and a document management or shared drive system.
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- Clear written English. You can write a factual audit finding and a plain investigation note.
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- Happy to work on the production floor and in the laboratory as well as at a desk.
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- Certificate or diploma in science, food technology, quality or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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Desirable / advantageous

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- Internal auditor training (ISO 9001, HACCP or ISO/IEC 17025).
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- Exposure to FeedSafe®, HACCP or GMP, or to preparing for third-party certification audits.
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- Experience with a LIMS or electronic quality management system.
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What we offer

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- A front-row seat while we take a laboratory through NATA assessment to accreditation, which is experience that is hard to get anywhere else.
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- Support to complete internal auditor and HACCP training.
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- Direct exposure to external auditors and assessors from your first year.
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- A small, technically strong team where good ideas move quickly.
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- Regular team events and social activities during work hours.
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- Based in Noosa, Queensland.
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📌 Quality Assurance Officer (Noosa Heads)
🏢 Provectus Algae
📍 Noosa Heads