Lead Internal Auditor

4 days ago


Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia Coles Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Internal Auditor to join our Commercial team at Coles Group. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and mentoring a team of food safety auditors, supporting the company's due diligence defence, and providing quality and technical support to business units.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and mentor a team of food safety auditors covering over 500 sites annually.
  • Support the company's due diligence defence across all categories.
  • Provide Quality and Technical support to business units.
  • Continuously review and, where necessary, improve the quality and performance of suppliers across all categories.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional category teams.
  • Evaluate and improve the Own Brand site certification program to maintain a 'best in class' approach.
  • Audit production sites and coach suppliers to deliver great manufacturing standards.
  • Instill a food safety culture and continuous improvement mindset with suppliers and Coles technical team members.
  • Conduct shadow and witness audits to coach continuous development of Own Brand auditor capability.
  • Review audit reports and corrective actions to ensure consistency and escalate when required.

About You

  • Tertiary degree in Food Science and Technology.
  • Minimum eight years' experience in food or related industries, in quality assurance and/or supplier audit across several food industry areas.
  • Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP principles.
  • Confident team leadership experience – setting KPIs, managing, coaching, and growing team members.
  • Demonstrated safety competence in a range of specific product categories.
  • Proactive, firm but fair approach; willing to share knowledge to drive positive change.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Confident stakeholder management with the ability to build relationships and resolve conflict.
  • Driver's licence and own transport.

What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive remuneration package. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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