Regulatory Scientist

Short term contract until January 2026

The Role

We have an exciting part-time opportunity (3 to 3.5 days per week) for a qualified and experienced Regulatory Scientist to join our Corporate Regulatory team.

• Providing food regulatory advice to Sanitarium and related business entities.
• Ensuring compliance to relevant legislation by assessing product portrayal, advertising, artwork and allergen status of products and raw materials.
• Interpreting legislative frameworks to understand potential claims, risks and barriers.
• Risk assessment of existing, new or changed raw materials and production cross-contact.
• Assisting in developing supplier specifications and sales/export documentation.
• Continuously improving our food safety, legality/regulatory and quality systems and processes to support agreed manufacturing targets.
• Negotiating and actioning any technical policy and procedural improvements.
• Monitoring and assessing relevant trends and issues in relation to strategic scientific and regulatory issues.

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Food Technology, Dietetics/Nutrition or related science discipline is essential.
• 3+ years’ experience in a food related area.
• Previous experience in a similar role would be highly regarded.
• Experience of Australian and New Zealand food legislative requirements.
• Understanding of food regulations, legislation, consumer law and food safety.
• The successful applicant will enjoy a collaborative approach to their work, have a positive, can-do mentality, be details oriented, and able to work well as part of a team.

Flexible work arrangements can be considered.

Who are we?

Sanitarium Health Food Company is an Australian-owned FMCG company with iconic household brands, a rich history, and an unwavering commitment to make a positive health impact.

What sets us apart?  

We combine the dynamic pace of a fast-moving consumer goods business with over 125 years of serving goodness by delivering affordable nutritious products, promoting health, and caring for our communities.  The heart of our workplace are our people, and their passion is the driving force behind our success. Anchored by our shared values, we work together to achieve our purpose of changing lives every day through whole person health.  At Sanitarium you’ll find a genuine connection between our team and the impact they make in our workplace and in our communities. 

What do we offer?

A role at Sanitarium means more than simply taking a job; it’s an invitation to a supportive workplace where our people can experience long and rewarding careers.  As valued members of our purpose-driven team, you’ll contribute to the expansion of our iconic, trusted household brands while pioneering innovation for our collective future. We offer exciting professional development opportunities, enticing benefits and a constructive workplace culture that fosters continuous learning and personal growth.  Here, you’re not just another employee; you’re an integral part of our team and your contributions matter. 

How to Apply?

Please submit your resume your application using the apply link. The selection process will involve interviews, personality testing, reference and background checks.