Regional Sanitation Compliance Leader - Hybrid, Gauteng

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Sanitation Compliance Manager to oversee sanitation operations across Pretoria-area facilities. This leadership role focuses on maintaining product safety and adherence to hygiene standards.

You will develop, implement, and monitor sanitation programs, conduct audits, train teams, and drive continuous improvement in sanitation practices throughout Gauteng, balancing site visits with office-based planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of sanitation management experience in food processing.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs and relevant legislation.
• Proven ability to develop and implement sanitation programs.
• Experience conducting internal audits and managing corrective actions.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel within Gauteng region and to other sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage sanitation programs across multiple facilities.
• Ensure compliance with national and international food safety regulations (HACCP/GMPs).
• Conduct internal audits of sanitation processes and documentation.
• Oversee pest control programs and verify effectiveness.
• Train sanitation teams and foster a hygiene culture.
• Lead external audits by regulators and customers.
• Develop cleaning schedules and validate records.
• Collaborate with production, QA and maintenance for integrated hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Training

Data analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Sanitation Compliance Manager to oversee sanitation operations across Pretoria-area facilities. This leadership role focuses on maintaining product safety and adherence to hygiene standards.

You will develop, implement, and monitor sanitation programs, conduct audits, train teams, and drive continuous improvement in sanitation practices throughout Gauteng, balancing site visits with office-based planning.