Quality Assurance Manager (Biosecurity)

Company Overview:

DELOS is an aquaculture technology company combining operational expertise, scientific understanding, and technological adoption to support Indonesian enterprise shrimp farms aiming to improve nationwide productivity and supply chain integration. Indonesia as a maritime country has the potential to give birth to the next global aquaculture champion.

As we continue to deepen our farming and downstream operations in offering an ever-growing array of products and services, we are happy to announce that we are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Manager. This role is vital to ensuring the health and success of a cycle, preventing the spread of diseases, and maintaining compliance with company and industry regulations. If you are interested, please join us in contributing to the continued growth and success of our enterprise.

Responsibilities:

Biosecurity Program Development:

• Create and implement comprehensive biosecurity protocols to safeguard the cycle from diseases and contaminants.
• Regularly review and update biosecurity plans to align with current industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Risk Management:

• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential biosecurity threats.
• Develop contingency plans and response strategies for disease outbreaks or contamination incidents.

Monitoring & Surveillance:

• Oversee the monitoring of shrimp health, water quality, and environmental conditions to detect early signs of disease or contamination.
• Implement effective surveillance systems to ensure continuous biosecurity.

Training & Education:

• Design and deliver training programs for staff on biosecurity practices and protocols.
• Promote a culture of biosecurity awareness, responsibility, and monitoring among all employees.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure the company's operations comply with local, national, and international biosecurity regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and guidelines, and ensure company practices are in full compliance.

Incident Management:

• Lead the response to biosecurity incidents.
• Document and report incidents and oversee corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay informed of the latest research and technological advances in aquaculture biosecurity.
• Propose and implement improvements to enhance the effectiveness of biosecurity measures.

Reporting:

• Prepare detailed reports on biosecurity activities, incidents, and compliance for senior management.
• Maintain accurate records of all biosecurity-related activities and assessments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in aquaculture, marine biology, environmental science, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in aquaculture biosecurity, disease management, or similar fields, preferably in shrimp farming or related industries, and 1-2 years' experience in handling team
• Proven track record of developing and implementing biosecurity protocols in line with industry standards.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments and under pressure, particularly in managing biosecurity incidents.
• Proven experience in continuous improvement processes and implementing the latest biosecurity advancements.