Health and Safety Officer (Food manufacturing)

Network Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in South Africa's food manufacturing sector is seeking a Health and Safety Officer. In this role, you will ensure compliance with OHS standards, implement safety measures, and promote a zero-harm culture. Ideal candidates possess a National Diploma in Health & Safety and have at least 3 years of experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Solid knowledge of OHS Act, risk assessments & incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OHS standards and implement safety measures.
• Conduct risk assessments and coordinate audits.
• Drive safety awareness to achieve a zero-harm culture.

Skills

Communication

Auditing

Reporting

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Health & Safety Management

SAMTRAC or NOSA certificate

Job description

Make an impact where food safety meets production excellence! Bring your HSE expertise to a thriving manufacturing environment.

Join a leading player in South Africas food manufacturing sector, specialising in co-packing, blending, and packaging solutions for major food brands. This organisation runs a high-output facility where safety, hygiene, and compliance are critical to operations and long-term sustainability.

As the Health and Safety Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with OHS standards, implementing proactive safety measures, and driving safety awareness across the plant. Youll also conduct risk assessments, coordinate audits, and work closely with operations to ensure a zero-harm culture.

• National Diploma or Degree in Health & Safety Management or similar
• SAMTRAC or NOSA certificate (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 years experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Solid knowledge of OHS Act, risk assessments & incident investigations
• Strong communication, auditing and reporting skills

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Health And Safety Officer • Midrand, South Africa