Regulatory Affairs and Technical Officer

IXOM plays a vital part in the lives of tens of millions of people every day. We’re the experts behind the scenes, ensuring safe and reliable access and helping industries, businesses, and local communities thrive.

Our products, services and solutions are used across many end markets, including dairy, agriculture, viticulture, electricity, steel, food and beverage, pulp and paper, mining and construction, and water treatment (just to name a few). 

We are supported by over 1,300 people globally and our operations span across four continents and nine countries, with headquarters in Melbourne, Australia. 

About your role

It’s an exciting time to join our business as we continue to grow and transform. Following an internal promotion, we’re looking for a Regulatory Affairs & Technical Officer to join our Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) team.

This role is based at our Head Office in Melbourne CBD, working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team. You’ll play a key role in supporting product compliance and contributing to the governance of our company-wide chemicals product catalogue.

Your day-to-day will include the responsibilities below—but don’t worry, we’re not expecting you to be an expert in everything from day one!

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards and relevant regulations (TGA, AICIS, FSANZ, scheduled drugs and poisons).
• Maintain accurate technical product documentation, including Safety Data Sheets, and assist with audits.
• Manage licenses and permits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical and compliance advice to internal teams and customers.
• Contribute to projects, business development, and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with teams to achieve KPIs and maintain company certifications.

Who are we looking for?

• Tertiary qualification in a science in Chemistry or Chemical engineering degree is preferable.
• Previous experience in similar role within the chemical industry is prefererd.
• Strong proficiency in IT systems, including SAP, SAP Hybris, Lotus Notes, and Power BI.
• In-depth knowledge of Australian chemical regulatory requirements, including dangerous goods, hazardous chemicals, TGA, FSANZ, AICIS, and scheduled drugs and poisons.
• Familiarity with various regulatory schemes and authorities.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems.
• Advanced administrative and systems skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven capability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Attitude is everything in this position, if you bring us your can-do attitude, we will teach you the rest. You will have the opportunity to work alongside a strong leader as a mentor, within a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Benefits at IXOM

For a start, you'll work for a large global organisation, where you'll not only earn a competitive salary, but you'll also have access to an Employee Assistance Program, a recognition program, and a range of health and wellness benefits and discounts. 

Our wellbeing program is second to none, and we offer a range of education assistance and learning resources, as well as secondment and promotion opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally. 

We support what’s important to you by promoting workplace giving, diversity and providing volunteering leave, and, of course, we offer flexible working wherever possible. 

To Apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Process 

At IXOM we are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, and reference checks.