Hygiene Manager

Placements24; Paarl; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonuses

Medical & retirement benefits

Leave allowances

Professional development

Leadership role in safety

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a highly experienced Hygiene Manager to lead sanitation across operations. The role requires strategic thinking, regulatory knowledge, and a track record in food safety or industrial hygiene to ensure top hygiene standards and public health protection.

Responsibilities include developing hygiene systems, conducting risk assessments, delivering staff training, and collaborating with QA and operations to embed a culture of hygiene excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Environmental Health, or related discipline.
• 7+ years in hygiene management, preferably in food/beverage or manufacturing.
• Expert knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and relevant food safety standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills with stakeholder influence.

Responsabilités

• Oversee development and implementation of hygiene management systems.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory standards.
• Develop and deliver training programs on hygiene protocols and food safety.
• Manage pest control programs and waste management systems.
• Investigate and resolve hygiene-related issues or non-compliance incidents.
• Collaborate with QA and operations to embed hygiene excellence.

Connaissances

Leadership

Auditing

Training

Risk assessment

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Formation

Master's degree in Food Science / Microbiology / Environmental Health / related

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Hygiene Manager to lead their sanitation initiatives in Paarl . This senior role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and continuously improving all hygiene and sanitation standards across the organization's operations. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in food safety or industrial hygiene, ensuring the highest levels of cleanliness and safety to protect public health and the company's reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive hygiene management systems .
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on hygiene protocols and food safety.
• Manage pest control programs and waste management systems.
• Investigate and resolve any hygiene-related issues or non-compliance incidents.
• Collaborate with quality assurance and operational teams to embed a culture of hygiene excellence.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Food Science, Microbiology, Environmental Health, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in a hygiene management role, preferably within the food and beverage or manufacturing industry.
• Expert knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and relevant national and international food safety standards .
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Generous leave allowances and flexible working options where applicable.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• A key role in ensuring the safety and quality of products and services.