Senior Quality Control Chemist

About the role

Bayer Crop Science Pinkenba is seeking a Senior QC Chemist to play a key role in supporting our Quality Control Laboratory Production and broader site operations. This role combines hands-on laboratory science with technical leadership and operational influence. Youll remain close to the science while also coaching others leading investigations supporting quality systems and driving continuous improvement across the site. Its an ideal opportunity for an experienced QC Chemist looking to step into a broader leadership role without moving away from technical work.

Working closely with the Quality Lead you will provide technical guidance to the QC team lead investigations support audits and quality initiatives and ensure laboratory activities meet the highest standards of quality compliance and operational excellence.

What you will be doing

• Providing day-to-day technical leadership guidance and support to QC laboratory personnel.
• Coordinating laboratory workloads priorities resources and shift coverage to support production requirements.
• Conducting and overseeing analytical testing of raw materials incoming goods intermediate products and finished products.
• Reviewing and interpreting laboratory results to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting product release activities and the timely release of materials and finished goods.
• Operating maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation including HPLC GC Karl Fischer particle size and rheology equipment.
• Leading investigations into OOS OOT deviations non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Supporting CAPA activities root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Managing laboratory standards reagents consumables contractors and service providers.
• Preparing and reviewing Certificates of Analysis and maintaining quality system documentation.
• Supporting environmental monitoring hygiene monitoring shelf-life and stability programs.
• Partnering closely with Production Warehousing Supply Chain and other site stakeholders to meet operational requirements.
• Coaching and developing team capability through training mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Supporting compliance with GLP GMP APVMA requirements and internal quality systems.
• Acting as delegate for the Quality Lead when required.

What we are looking for

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry Analytical Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Demonstrated experience within a Quality Control laboratory environment.
• Previous experience in a Senior Lead or informal leadership role within a laboratory environment will be highly regarded.
• Strong hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation including HPLC and GC.
• Experience investigating OOS OOT deviations or non-conformance events.
• Experience working within GLP and/or GMP regulated environments.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and root cause investigation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance mentoring and support to others.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities within a manufacturing environment.
• Agricultural chemicals crop protection chemical manufacturing or FMCG experience will be highly regarded.
• Experience with APVMA regulated products will be advantageous.
• Experience with SAP or similar quality management systems is desirable.

Behaviours That Will Set You Apart

Were particularly interested in people who can demonstrate:

• A proactive can-do attitude and a willingness to take ownership.
• Strong leadership and coaching capability with a genuine passion for developing others.
• The ability to build trust and work collaboratively across Quality Production Supply Chain and broader site teams.
• Agility and flexibility when priorities change.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound decision-making ability.
• Confidence managing quality issues audits and competing operational demands.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A team-first mindset with a focus on achieving collective outcomes.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What success looks like

Success in this role will require a flexible proactive and team-focused approach. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment can adapt to changing priorities supports operational requirements across the site and works collaboratively with Quality Production and Maintenance teams to achieve shared outcomes. You will be comfortable balancing hands-on laboratory responsibilities with leadership coaching and continuous improvement activities while maintaining a strong focus on quality and customer outcomes.

When applying wed like to understand

1. Your experience within agricultural chemicals chemical manufacturing or FMCG environments.
2. Your experience with HPLC GC and method validation.
3. Examples of how youve led coached or supported a laboratory team.
4. What motivates you to apply for this opportunity.

Please note: This position requires full unrestricted work rights in Australia.

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Location:

Australia : Queensland : Brisbane
Australia : Queensland : Pinkenba

Division:

Crop Science

Reference Code:

881578