About the Company

Our client is a long-established, family-owned Australian manufacturer with a proud 60-year history of producing high-quality cleaning and hygiene products that help keep workplaces and public spaces healthy and protected.

With around 60 team members across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia, the company values innovation, integrity and teamwork. It offers a supportive, down-to-earth workplace where people enjoy what they do and stay for the long term.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Compliance Manager to lead and strengthen the company’s quality, safety, procurement and operational systems.

Reporting to the Managing Director and Technical Director, you will ensure operations across all sites are safe, efficient and compliant with the company’s Quality Management System, Fire and Safety Management Plan, and relevant legislative requirements.

Working closely with production, warehouse, procurement and branch teams, you will drive continuous improvement, maintain high standards and ensure facilities and processes remain reliable and compliant.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both practical expertise and strategic thinking. You will take ownership of the compliance function, drive outcomes and lead by example, demonstrating the accountability and care expected of senior management

Key Responsibilities

- Lead compliance across the business, fostering quality, efficiency, continuous improvement and learning.

- Plan, drive and manage audits, risk assessments and risk management initiatives.

- Manage, maintain and improve quality, safety and operational compliance systems and documentation.

- Ensure compliance across all sites with company policies, procedures and legislative requirements, including fire safety and operational standards.

- Support investigations and resolve quality issues,



including product specifications and ESG matters.

- Maintain safe, functional and compliant facilities and working environments.

- Partner with production, warehousing and management to uphold standards and improve processes.

- Design, deliver and coordinate staff training in quality, safety and compliance.

- Prepare management reports and maintain accurate digital records using SharePoint and Teams.

About You

You are a self-driven, systems-minded leader who combines attention to detail with strong people skills. Pragmatic, dependable and accountable, you take ownership, drive results and address issues rather than walking past them. You take pride in doing things right and maintaining high standards across the business.

To succeed in this role, you will:

- Lead by example, remaining visible and engaged with staff, particularly on the factory floor.

- Build strong relationships and manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.

- Communicate confidently and influence people at all levels, including where you have no direct authority.

- Apply your practical knowledge in manufacturing of quality assurance, safety and production.

- Demonstrate strong skills in auditing, documentation, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

- Operate with integrity, accountability and high personal standards.

Skills and Experience

- At least 5 years' experience in an independent, self-directed role involving quality, safety, compliance and or operational systems,



ideally withing a manufacturing environment.

- You will have demonstrated ability to work autonomously, take ownership and drive outcomes.

- Strong knowledge and experience in ISO 9001 quality management systems, OHS management, auditing, documentation, continuous improvement and regulatory compliance ideally involving chemical products and manufacturing.

- Broad understanding of manufacturing operations, from raw material sourcing through to dispatch.

- Ability to thrive in a busy, complex environment.

- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.

- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.

- Exposure to facility or plant maintenance is desirable.

Why You’ll Want to Join this Company

- Make an impact: Own compliance end to end, work directly with decision-makers and see your ideas implemented.

- Positive culture: Join a respectful, inclusive and mentally healthy workplace where people work hard and enjoy a laugh.

- Real purpose: Contribute to products that make everyday environments cleaner and safer.

- Career growth: Join a growing business with succession opportunities into operations or management.

- Learning support: Access training, trade shows and industry events to build your expertise.

How to Apply

If you are driven, motivated and ready to bring your quality, safety, procurement, and leadership skills to a trusted growing Australian manufacturer, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close on Monday 16th November 2026.

Apply now sending your Cover Letter and CV outlining why you believe you are a good fit for this role or contact Shelly Harris at Howardco Business + HR Solutions on 04•• ••• 285 for a confidential discussion.

Please apply early as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

📌 Compliance Manager (Preston)
🏢 Howardco Business + HR Solutions
📍 Preston