Food safety consulting involves working with qualified professionals who guide your business through the complexities of food safety regulations and standards. This includes preparing for third-party audits, developing compliant documentation, identifying gaps in your systems, and training your team to meet certification requirements.
In Australia’s highly regulated food industry, certifications such as HACCP, Freshcare, and SQF are often mandatory to supply major retailers like Woolworths and Coles, and for entry into key export markets. Having the right systems in place — and support to manage them — is critical to avoiding costly delays, non-conformances, or reputational damage.
QMS Audits Pty Ltd is an Australian consultancy specialising in food safety, quality, and compliance. With a national network of experienced consultants, they support businesses of all sizes — from boutique producers to large manufacturers no matter if you grow produce or rear livestock, through to complex food manufacturing, we are there to help.
At QMS Audits, we are known for our hands-on, no-fuss approach. Our consultants are industry professionals who understand real-world food production challenges — not just the theory.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading your systems, our experts can assist with Complete Program development, Gap assessments, Program updates, Internal audits, Audit scheduling, Certification body liaison & Transition to new editions of standards.
The team are experts in a wide range of standards, including:
Good documentation is the backbone of any compliant food safety system. We help you build and maintain:
All documentation is tailored to your operation, your product range, and the standard you’re working toward — no generic templates.
Audit day can be stressful. With us by your side, you’re not alone. Our consultants offer:
Their goal is to help you pass the audit with minimal disruption to your operations.
QMS Audits employs seasoned professionals with real-world food industry experience. They speak your language and understand your processes, whether you’re packing berries or producing ready meals.
Building a food safety program from scratch can take months. With QMS Audits, you’ll fast-track compliance and avoid costly mistakes — reducing your risk of delays, audit failures, or product recalls.
Every food business is different. QMS Audits tailors each system and document to your products, processes, and regulatory requirements — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
They offer one-off project support (e.g. for first-time certification) or ongoing monthly consulting. Choose the level of support that suits your business — whether it’s occasional advice or a fully managed compliance program.
With consultants based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and regional areas, QMS Audits can support your site on the ground or remotely.
At QMS Audits, our experts have experience across a wide range of food sectors. Whether you’re growing, processing, packing, or serving food, they’ve got the expertise to help. Industries include:
This cross-sector knowledge helps ensure your food safety system is both compliant and commercially viable.
Certifications don’t last forever — maintaining compliance requires ongoing effort. We can manage this process for you with monthly or quarterly consulting packages including:
With this support, you can stay ahead of compliance demands and reduce your in-house workload.
For more than a decade, we have helped hundreds of Australian businesses get certified, pass audits, and improve their food safety systems. Clients choose us for:
Most importantly, we care about helping your business succeed — not just passing an audit.
Whether you’re new to food safety certification or looking to strengthen your existing systems, QMS Audits is ready to help.
✅ Book a free consultation
✅ Get expert advice tailored to your industry
✅ Save time and reduce stress
✅ Pass your next audit with confidence
👉 Visit qmsaudits.com.au/food-safety-consulting, email info@qmsaudits.com.au or call 1300 404 505 to speak with a member of our team today.
