Job description

Positions: Fruit and Vegetable Inspector

Position Type: Full Time Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 p/a plus Super

Employer Name: Joshila Trust T/A Simply Perfect Fruit & Veg Wholesale

A.B.N: 42 099 367 336

Job Location: Brisbane Markets, 363-385 Sherwood Road, Rocklea, QLD 4106

Advertising Period – 09/11/2026 to 09/12/2026

Our Client, Simply Perfect Fruit & Veg Wholesale is a reputable name in the fresh produce industry, dedicated to delivering top-quality fruits and vegetables to a wide array of clients. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in every stage of our process, from sourcing to distribution. We are now seeking a meticulous and experienced Fruit and Vegetable Inspector to join the team and ensure our produce meets the highest standards.

Responsibilities

- Check fruit and vegetable quality upon arrival, packaging and delivery, ensuring all produce meets required company HACCP standards.
- Follow guidelines for fresh produce to ensure products is free from defects, disease, decay, or foreign materials.
- Conduct visual and sensory inspections through sample testing, verifying produce origin and traceability to ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
- Develop, audit, and report on quality procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, promoting high-quality.
- Ensure that food standards and hygiene requirements are maintained during storage and packing to protect product integrity and consumer safety.
- Oversee the packaging process, ensuring that fruits and vegetables are packed according to size, grade,



and weight specifications, using materials that minimize bruising and extend shelf life.
- Conduct regular quality checks during packaging to identify and address any quality issues before finalizing packs, ensuring labeling accuracy for product origin, grade, and certifications.
- Ensure transportation and handling procedures meet regulatory requirements, with proper temperature control and cold chain management to maintain product freshness.
- Inspect final packed produce before dispatch, verifying that loading practices prevent damage during transport and that all pallets and crates are secure.
- Keep comprehensive records and generate reports on quality control procedures, deviations, and outcomes to support process improvements and compliance documentation.

Skills and Experience required

- Diploma level qualification is required.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience is required.
- Understanding of Food Act 2006 (the Act) and HACCP guidelines.
- Previous experience in quality control, product inspection, or a similar role within the fresh produce industry (fruit inspection is highly preferred).
- Strong knowledge of quality standards and grading systems for quality fruits.
- Basic computer skills for reporting and record-keeping.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality certifications.
- Positive communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Salary

$75,000 - $90,000 plus Superannuation per annum.

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📌 Fruit And Vegetable Inspector (Brisbane)
🏢 Joshila Trust T/A Simply Perfect Fruit & Veg Wholesale
📍 Brisbane