SHEQ Manager (Manufacturing/EE role) - Atlantis, Cape Town

Melanie Coetzer; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Job summary

Unknown manufacturing company in Atlantis, Western Cape, is seeking a SHEQ Manager to lead all Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality initiatives at its Atlantis facility.

The role requires extensive experience in Health, Safety, Risk and Environmental Management within manufacturing, with a focus on ISO and FSSC standards and continuous improvement. Local language fluency and a strong leadership mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) required.
• Relevant qualification in Safety Management, Risk Management, Compliance Management, or Industrial Engineering (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Health, Safety, Risk and/or Environmental Management.
• Manufacturing industry experience is essential.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written).
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, ISO Management Systems, FSSC Standards, Environmental Compliance, and Risk Management.
• Proficient with MS Office suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all SHEQ systems and legislative compliance requirements.
• Lead Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental initiatives across the site.
• Maintain ISO and FSSC certification standards.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, investigations and corrective actions.
• Oversee quality control activities, product testing and quality documentation.
• Develop and implement environmental management and risk mitigation programmes.
• Manage contractor and supplier SHEQ compliance requirements.
• Develop SHEQ communication, training and awareness programmes.
• Lead and develop the Quality Control and SHEQ teams.
• Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality and environmental performance.

Education

Safety Management

Risk Management

Compliance Management

Industrial Engineering (advantageous)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

SHEQ Manager (Manufacturing/EE role) - Atlantis, Cape Town

21 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026

Permanent

JHB001192

Health and Safety

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to lead all Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality initiatives at its Atlantis facility.

Atlantis, Western Cape

Salary: R55,000 TGCOE per month + Medical Aid + Provident Fund

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Reporting To: General Manager

Overview: This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring legal compliance, maintaining ISO and FSSC systems, driving quality standards, managing risk, and promoting a safe and productive working environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Relevant qualification in:
  • Safety Management
  • Risk Management
  • Compliance Management
  • Industrial Engineering (advantageous)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Health, Safety, Risk and/or Environmental Management
• Manufacturing industry experience is essential
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (verbal and written)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Health & Safety legislation
  • ISO Management Systems
  • FSSC Standards
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Risk Management
• Computer literate in MS Office, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all SHEQ systems and legislative compliance requirements.
• Lead Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental initiatives across the site.
• Maintain ISO and FSSC certification standards.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, investigations and corrective actions.
• Oversee quality control activities, product testing and quality documentation.
• Develop and implement environmental management and risk mitigation programmes.
• Manage contractor and supplier SHEQ compliance requirements.
• Develop SHEQ communication, training and awareness programmes.
• Lead and develop the Quality Control and SHEQ teams.
• Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality and environmental performance.

Direct Reports

• Quality Control Supervisor
• Quality Control Inspectors
• Quality Assurance Administrator
• SHE Officer

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to influence and drive compliance
• Continuous improvement focus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is committed to employment equity and the creation of a diverse, inclusive workplace. Suitably qualified candidates will be considered based on qualifications, skills, experience and operational requirements in line with Employment Equity principles.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.