Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist – Apparel Location575 Bourke Street,Melbourne, VIC, 3000,Australia Employee TypeFull Time

Contact information

Contact NameShelley Mains Contact Phone0734565*** Contact ****@hancockagriculture.com.au

Description

Join Kidman Apparel Group as a

Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist – Apparel

based in our Melbourne CBD office.

About the Role We are looking for a Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist to take ownership of quality, compliance, and certification across our apparel ranges, with a solid focus on cotton, wool, and leather programs, including responsibility for Chain of Custody documentation and traceability requirements.

You will oversee end to end quality processes across product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and inbound inspection, ensuring products meet brand standards, fit requirements, customer expectations, and global regulatory obligations.

Partnering closely with suppliers, factories, and internal teams, you will drive continuous improvement, strengthen quality systems, and ensure our products are delivered to market with consistency, integrity, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and manage end to end quality assurance and control systems across apparel

Oversee fit approvals, product testing, and inspection processes (inline, pre-shipment, inbound)

Ensure compliance with global standards including labelling, fibre content, chemical safety, and RSL requirements

Manage supplier and factory assessments and drive ongoing performance improvement

Lead root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are completed and sustained

Partner with Design, Product, Sourcing, and Production to embed quality across all stages





Identify risks early and implement practical preventative actions

Maintain accurate technical documentation including specs, BOMs, care labels, and supplier manuals

Manage third-party inspections and ensure timely resolution of issues

Oversee certification, compliance, and continuity of supply for cotton, wool, and leather programs

Maintain Chain of Custody documentation with certification and industry bodies

Support export readiness and direct-from-factory compliance requirements

About You

Experience in apparel quality assurance (essential)

Strong knowledge of global compliance requirements (labelling, RSL, chemical safety)

Experience working with offshore suppliers and manufacturing partners

Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and production processes

Confident working across multiple stakeholders including Design, Product, Sourcing, and Production teams

Able to interpret technical packs, specifications, and manufacturing requirements

Experience managing Chain of Custody, traceability, certification, or fibre compliance programs within apparel, textiles, wool, cotton, leather, or related industries

Sound knowledge of global labelling requirements and compliance standards across the UK, USA, and other international markets

Why Work with Us

Own quality and compliance across premium apparel ranges

Work with iconic Australian heritage brands including Driza-Bone

Genuine end-to-end ownership from product development through to delivery

Exposure to global suppliers and international compliance standards

Opportunity to improve systems, influence standards, and reduce product risk

Work in a business where quality, craftsmanship, and product integrity matter

📌 Quality Assurance (Melbourne)
🏢 Hancock Agriculture
📍 Melbourne