Agricultural Compliance Officer

Placements24; Sandton; Vor Ort; ZAR 360.000 - 600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development

Supportive environment

Sustainable agriculture

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a detail-oriented Agricultural Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to local and international agricultural regulations within our farming operations. You will develop and implement compliance programs, conduct audits, and train staff on regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong knowledge of environmental, food safety, and agricultural laws, and proven auditing and analytical skills.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Compliance Officer or in a similar regulatory role, preferably in the agricultural sector.
• Strong knowledge of relevant agricultural laws, environmental regulations, and food safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, auditing, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs and policies for agricultural operations.
• Conduct regular audits to assess adherence to local, national, and international regulations (e.g., environmental, food safety, labor).
• Investigate compliance issues, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Train employees on compliance procedures, best practices, and regulatory updates.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and government bodies to ensure smooth communication and inspections.
• Stay abreast of changes in agricultural legislation and industry standards.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Auditing

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Law, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Agricultural Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations and standards within their agricultural operations based in Sandton . This role is crucial for maintaining legal and ethical standards in farming practices, product safety, and environmental protection. You will be responsible for developing and implementing compliance policies, conducting audits, and training staff on regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of agricultural law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to foster a culture of compliance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs and policies for agricultural operations.
• Conduct regular audits to assess adherence to local, national, and international regulations (e.g., environmental, food safety, labor).
• Investigate compliance issues, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Train employees on compliance procedures, best practices, and regulatory updates.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and government bodies to ensure smooth communication and inspections.
• Stay abreast of changes in agricultural legislation and industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Compliance Officer or in a similar regulatory role, preferably in the agricultural sector.
• Strong knowledge of relevant agricultural laws, environmental regulations, and food safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, auditing, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• A supportive work environment with a focus on ethical business practices.
• Contribution to ensuring sustainable and responsible agriculture.