Food Safety Coordinator

RPO Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking an experienced Food Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with food safety standards. Responsibilities include monitoring HACCP systems, conducting staff training, and liaising with regulators. Ideal candidates will have a Diploma in Food Technology and 2-5 years of relevant experience. This role presents an opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to drive excellence in food safety within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in food safety within a cold storage or logistics environment.
• Experience with cold chain monitoring and temperature control.
• Comfortable using digital systems for monitoring and compliance tracking.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, FSSC 22000).
• Maintain and update HACCP systems and food safety programs.
• Conduct internal audits and prepare for regulatory inspections.

Skills

Food safety standards knowledge

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Matric plus a Diploma or Degree in Food Technology

Tools

MS Office

WMS

Job description

Job title : Food Safety Coordinator

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: November 24, 2025

Overview

A leading company in the cold storage and logistics sector is seeking an experienced Food Safety Coordinator to ensure the highest standards of food safety and compliance within its fast-paced operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive professional to drive excellence in food safety systems, oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, and support operational efficiency. If you have a solid background in food safety within cold storage or logistics and are ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, FSSC 22000, GMP, SANS).
• Maintain and update HACCP systems and food safety programs.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audit readiness.
• Train staff on food safety and hygiene practices.
• Monitor sanitation, pest control, and environmental testing.
• Ensure traceability systems are in place and effective.
• Manage food safety documentation and reporting.
• Assess supplier compliance and incoming goods.
• Liaise with external bodies (health inspectors, auditors, regulators) as needed.
• Stay current with food safety legislation and liaise with regulators.

Requirements

• Matric plus a Diploma or Degree in Food Technology or a related field.
• 2–5 years’ experience in food safety within a cold storage or logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards for food handling and storage.
• Experience with cold chain monitoring, temperature control, and traceability systems.
• Skilled in conducting internal audits, managing non-conformities, and preparing for regulatory inspections.
• Comfortable using digital systems for monitoring, reporting, and compliance tracking.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail in monitoring Critical Control Points (CCPs) and food safety risks.
• Proficiency with logistics software and tools (MS Office and WMS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.