A gourmet meat processing factory in the Northern Suburbs is looking for a SHEQ Officer.
Responsibilities
SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT:
Developing, implementing and maintaining the Safety, Health and Environment Management system.
Ensuring that the organization maintains compliance to the latest version of the SMETA Best Practice Guidance, OHS Act, NEMA, FSSC 22 000, IBL and customer requirements.
Participating in SMETA Audits as a respondent and other audits as required and ensuring non-conformances related to SHEQ are resolved within timelines specified on the relevant portals.
Identifying and championing continuous improvement projects that enhance the SHE performance of the company.
Developing and delivering training on Safety, Health and Environment topics for employees at the prescribed frequency and as required.
Coordinating and conducting regular SHE Committee meetings; planning, reviewing and implementing recommendations.
Preparing SHE performance reports, statistics and presentations.
Ensuring regular emergency response exercises and drills are reviewed and conducted to ensure the highest level of emergency preparedness.
Overseeing the Sustainability of the business.
Managing the certification of First Aiders, Fire Fighters, OHS Reps and Forklift Drivers where applicable.
Any other duties that may be assigned.
QUALITY CONTROL:
Managing Quality Control staff, including scheduling, assigning tasks, providing feedback and coaching.
Conducting Quality Control inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date quality control records.
Training Quality Control staff on quality control procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
Communicating Quality Control issues and results to production and management teams, and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and customer requirements.
Participating in food safety & quality audits as a respondent or otherwise when required.
Developing and implementing Quality Control procedures to ensure products meet stipulated quality standards and specifications.
Requirements and Qualifications
o Relevant degree/diploma in Occupational Health and Safety as well as Environmental Management/Science/Food Science and Technology
o Relevant short courses in Safety, Health and Environment and Food Safety Management Systems
o A minimum of 1-2 years post graduate experience in managing SHEQ; preferably in a food manufacturing environment
o Knowledge of South African SHEQ legislation including local by-laws
o Experience with management systems and online Sustainability portals (e.g., SHERPA and SEDEX) would be an added advantage
o Understanding of risk management, ISO 14001 and ISO45001
o Proficiency in MS Office, report writing and presentation skills
o Management and leadership skills
o Flexible and adaptable communicator with good time management skills
o Meticulous document control and record-keeping
o Understanding SMETA Audits/Ethical Audits would be an advantage
o Experience with IBL requirements would be a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R100,00 - R150,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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