We seek an experienced SHEQ Manager to join our client's team in Cape Town. The successful candidate will be key in maintaining and improving safety, quality, and compliance standards across multiple facilities.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintain BRCGS Packaging Materials and SEDEX certification.
- Audit and report on BRC compliance at other facilities (JHB, Busmark, Range Road, etc.).
- Oversee laboratory operations and ensure consistent product quality.
- Handle customer complaints and non-conformances.
- Manage document control processes.
- Stay updated on food laws and regulations, ensuring facility and product compliance.
- Provide actionable solutions to complex quality and food safety issues.
- Participate in meetings with the Production Management Team to improve quality and sanitation.
- Coordinate product trials and document results.
- Conduct hygiene, GMP, sanitation, and safety inspections.
- Manage environmental monitoring, calibration, and pest control.
- Handle the Health and Safety budget, including expenditures.
- Draft, implement, and maintain the health, safety, and environmental management system.
- Perform Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) analysis.
- Ensure health and safety compliance and advise on SHE issues.
Qualifications & Experience required:
- Relevant degree from an accredited institution.
- Comprehensive knowledge of BRC standards and procedures.
- Proficiency in Syspro, maintenance, and quality assurance.
- Certified training in HACCP and internal auditing.
- Extensive knowledge of safety management systems and regulatory requirements.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a results-driven mindset.
