SHEQ Manager

Purpose of Role:

Lead a culture of change by driving compliance to Food Safety legislation and statutory requirements for the Ecowize Group.

Responsible for Continuous Improvement, by developing and implementing Food Safety as well as Health and safety management systems protocol. Support business operations by assisting with training requirements where risks are identified or where quality standards are not met.

Responsibilities:

• Attend Quarterly Food Safety meeting and present identified risks and propose preventative actions.
• Lead monthly safety meetings with Area Managers and Site Managers.
• Address any gaps and close out non-conformances.
• Attend National SHEQ Meeting.
• Responsible and liable to ensure that all Occupational Health and Safety regulations are complied with by completing an Internal Audit bi-annually or when required.
• Co-ordinate establishment of SSOPs for all tasks at a contract start-up and when required.
• Verify Food Safety & SHE corrective and preventive actions, as well as improvement proposals, and action plans.
• Assist team with solving problems at site level by encouraging team to create alternative solutions and take ownership of difficult situations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• National Diploma in Food Technology / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Environmental studies.
• Four years experience in food industry is essential.
• Good understanding and application of HACCP, GMPs and ISO systems.
• Must be prepared to work nightshirt when required (ability to work flexible hours).
• Must have a valid drivers license, own car and be willing to travel.
• OHS certification will be an advantage.

The ideal candidate will have the following characteristics:

• Service orientated.
• Ability to manage and delegate tasks effectively.
• Good understanding and knowledge of the cleaning industry and service orientated.
• Must have a strong preference to work within the Ecowize culture and values; Respect, Honesty and Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Open Communication, and Service Excellence.

When applying for this position, please ensure that you have the minimum job requirements.

The Company is committed to complying with legislation and to meet its strategic goals regarding to employment equity.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting your personal information, you agree that this information will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013). The closing date for internal applications is 10 March 2025. Remember for inform your direct line manager should you be interested in this opportunity.

NOTE: If you have not received a response from us within 14-days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.