Job Description

The Fresh Produce Exporters' Forum (FPEF) Graduate Placement Programme is a proudly South African initiative aimed at driving transformation in the fresh fruit export industry. It offers high-potential black South African graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in logistics, commercial, and technical (post-harvest quality management) roles at leading fruit export companies. This one-year internship is designed to equip graduates with practical skills, industry exposure, and professional development in a real-world business environment, with the potential to grow into long-term career opportunities. The programme plays a vital role in integrating talented individuals into the commercial and operational heart of the industry, in line with BEE objectives.
This is your opportunity to enter the dynamic, fast-growing, and competitive world of logistics and export.
The following FPEF member; a highly successful and fully integrated family-run fruit production operation with a long and rich history in South Africa's agricultural sector, is seeking a Quality & Compliance Intern to join their dynamic team in Tzaneen. The business is part of a larger group and is known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation across the value chain.
Key Learning Areas and Responsibilities:

• Support the quality and compliance team with administrative tasks.
• Assist in managing regulatory documentation and processing certificates (e.g., MRL analyses, phytosanitary certificates).
• Coordinate with international clients on compliance requirements. (Global G.A.P., SIZA, BRCGS)
• Help maintain quality control documentation and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
Skills and Competencies:

• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, Agriculture, Horticulture or a related field.
• Previous exposure to quality or compliance environments (e.g., vacation work or part-time roles) will be beneficial.

Personal Attributes:

• Meticulous and methodical.
• Proactive and adaptable.
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Passionate about maintaining product quality and compliance standards.
• BEE candidate and SA citizen
• Applicants must be under the age of 30.

Remuneration:
The respective organisation undertakes to provide mentorship and market-related remuneration as applicable to interns.
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Skills Required