By-Products & Waste Valorization Specialist

Farmwise Marketing; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmwise Marketing seeks a By-Products & Waste Specialist to develop and implement waste management strategies, maximise by-product value, and improve sustainability across production. You will lead waste segregation, recycling initiatives, and contractor coordination while driving cost optimisation and compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, familiarity with HACCP/GMP, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum national senior grade 12 matric certificate or equivalent NQF qualification.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing/production environment (preferably food/FMCG).
• Experience in waste or environmental management, including segregation and contractor management.
• Experience in lean manufacturing practises.
• Exposure to HACCP, GMP, or similar food safety systems.
• Experience working with external waste service providers.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement By-Product Management strategies to maximise recovery and value of production by-products.
• Lead Waste Management operations including segregation, handling, storage, recycling, and disposal.
• Drive Resource Recovery to minimise landfill and maximise reuse/recycling.
• Champion Sustainability Initiatives supporting environmental objectives and circular economy.
• Identify and implement Cost Optimisation through waste reduction and process improvements.
• Generate measurable revenue from by-products and recyclable materials via partnerships.
• Ensure full Environmental Compliance with legislation, customer standards, and internal policies.
• Plan, coordinate and optimise all operational activities related to waste management.
• Manage and monitor External Contractors to ensure safety, service quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide leadership and development for the By-Products & Waste team.

Skills

Waste management

Lean manufacturing

HACCP knowledge

Environmental management

Contractor management

Education

National senior certificate (Grade 12)

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Management or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Farmwise Marketing seeks a By-Products & Waste Specialist to develop and implement waste management strategies, maximise by-product value, and improve sustainability across production. You will lead waste segregation, recycling initiatives, and contractor coordination while driving cost optimisation and compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, familiarity with HACCP/GMP, and strong MS Office skills.