Job Description
Technical Compliance Manager
Location: Chichester
Salary: £40k – £45k + 5% bonus
Contract: 8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday, fully on-site.
Join the market leaders in producing safe, legal, and high-quality soft fruit. We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Compliance Manager to ensure products meet the highest standards of food safety, integrity, and customer specifications.
What You’ll Do
* Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and legal standards (BRCGS, Global Gap, Red Tractor, customer specifications).
* Manage internal audits and oversee corrective actions for non-conformities.
* Supervise pest control and maintain strong hygiene controls across the site.
* Support technical projects and contribute to HACCP and food safety management systems.
* Lead and develop a small team, including recruitment and training.
* Prepare and present KPIs and compliance reports.
* Deliver training and maintain accurate compliance records.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet audit and customer requirements.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in a technical role within fresh produce or fresh food.
* Formal qualifications in auditing or quality management systems.
* HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3 certifications.
* Experience with BRCGS and customer audits.
* Minimum 5 years in the fresh produce sector.
* Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office) and excellent communication abilities.
* Valid driving licence.
* A proactive, can-do attitude and ability to work under pressure.
Why Join?
* Be part of a market-leading company committed to quality and innovation.
* Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth.
* Play a key role in shaping compliance and food safety standards.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual performance review.
* Company pension scheme (5% employer)
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. (Buy / sell holiday).
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Supportive, collaborative work environment.
* Employee discount on fresh produce.
* Free on-site parking. Electric car charge port.
* Access to wellbeing initiatives and company engagement activities.