Food Safety Consultant and Facilitator (City of Cape Town)

Status Staffing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Food Safety Lead Auditor in Cape Town to manage food safety projects, conduct audits, and ensure compliance. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the food industry, strong knowledge of food safety standards, and a relevant degree. This permanent role offers a Monday to Friday schedule from 08:00 to 16:30.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in the food industry.
• Preferably qualified as a Food Safety Lead Auditor.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans for implementation projects.
• Manage implementation projects to meet timelines and deliverables.
• Conduct gap audits and submit reports within 5 working days.
• Facilitate training interventions and manage client consultations.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Auditing skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Food Technology, Agriculture, Consumer Science, or Microbiology

Job description

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE :

Permanent

SECTOR :

Food Safety

BASIC SALARY :

Market related

START DATE :

A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS :

• Over 5 years of experience in the food industry
• Preferably qualified as a Food Safety Lead Auditor
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality management systems, including FSSC 22000, BRCGS, GLOBALG.A.P, and SIZA
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Holds a Diploma or Degree in a food-related field such as Food Technology, Agriculture, Consumer Science, or Microbiology

DUTIES :

• Develop detailed, tailored project plans in line with project proposals for all implementation projects.
• Manage implementation projects to ensure they run efficiently, meeting timelines and deliverables as outlined in the project proposal.
• Develop, create, update, and tailor compliance documents and checklists for each project to ensure they are of a professional standard, practical for the client, and compliant with relevant standards.
• Conduct gap audits, internal audits, hygiene audits, and readiness audits to a professional standard, and submit reports within 5 working days of the audit.
• Prepare for, manage, and facilitate training interventions, ensuring each is conducted professionally and receiving positive delegate feedback.
• Complete learner assessments according to the company's assessment procedures and processes. Ensure all portfolios and batch QMS documentation are completed accurately and submitted within required timeframes.
• Attend weekly planning sessions.
• Coordinate and plan the training and consulting schedule in collaboration with the Marketing and Sales Manager.
• Liaise with clients in advance to confirm scheduled consultations.
• Prepare thoroughly for each client consultation to ensure billable time is used productively and efficiently.
• Accurately account for billable time by providing Client Contact Sheets per visit, per client, cross-referenced with the Project Plan.
• Report any project deviations or concerns promptly to allow for timely resolution with all relevant parties.
• Assist in estimating consultation time required for implementation projects by analyzing client checklists and master document lists.
• Communicate professionally and promptly in response to any client queries or communications.
• Use available free time or admin days proactively to improve auditing and consulting templates or training materials.
• Uphold all company QMS processes, policies, and procedures, and suggest improvements where identified.

HOURS :

• Monday to Friday : 08 : 00 - 16 : 30