Hygiene Officer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Professional development

Supportive management

Public safety focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks an experienced Hygiene Officer to establish and maintain high hygiene standards across sites, ensuring regulatory compliance and a culture of cleanliness and safety.

You will implement hygiene protocols, conduct assessments, provide training, and manage sanitation resources, with a focus on HACCP, ISO standards, and data reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Food Science, Microbiology or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Hygiene Officer role.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP, ISO standards, and other quality/hygiene certifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership and training abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive hygiene management systems tailored to operations.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of facilities to identify risks and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with national and international health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on hygiene, sanitation, and waste management.
• Investigate hygiene-related incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain accurate records of audits, training, and corrective measures.

Skills

Hygiene management

Audit & inspection

Regulatory compliance

Training & leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Food Science, Microbiology

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires an experienced and detail-oriented Hygiene Officer to establish and maintain superior hygiene standards across their various sites, with a focus on operations in Upington. This role is essential for ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting a culture of cleanliness and safety. You will be responsible for implementing and overseeing hygiene protocols, conducting assessments, providing training, and managing sanitation resources. The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of hygiene management systems and a proactive approach to maintaining a healthy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive hygiene management systems tailored to specific operational needs.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of facilities, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on best practices in hygiene, sanitation, and waste management.
• Investigate hygiene-related incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain accurate records of all hygiene-related activities, including audits, training, and corrective measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Health, Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar Hygiene Officer role, preferably within a relevant industry.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP, ISO standards, and other relevant quality and hygiene certifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and training abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Opportunity to implement significant improvements in hygiene standards.
• Access to professional development resources.
• Supportive working relationship with management.
• A crucial role in ensuring operational integrity and public safety.