Regional Sanitation Compliance Manager

Placements24; Sudáfrica; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Regional Sanitation Compliance Manager to oversee sanitation across multiple food facilities, ensuring compliance with HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory requirements. You will develop, implement, and monitor sanitation programs to protect product safety and integrity.

Lead sanitation teams, conduct internal audits, manage pest control, and maintain cleaning validation records. Collaborate with production, QA and maintenance; travel within Gauteng is required.

Formación

• Minimum of 8 years in sanitation management, preferably in food processing.
• HACCP, GMPs and applicable legislation knowledge essential.
• Experience developing and implementing sanitation programs.
• Ability to conduct internal audits and manage corrective actions.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience training sanitation teams and staff.
• Proficient in record-keeping and data analysis for sanitation metrics.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field preferred.
• Willingness to travel within Gauteng and to other sites.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and manage sanitation programs for multiple facilities.
• Ensure compliance with national and international food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMPs).
• Conduct internal audits of sanitation processes and documentation across sites.
• Oversee pest control programs and ensure efficacy.
• Lead and train sanitation teams, fostering hygiene and safety culture.
• Lead external audits by regulators and customers.
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules and validation records.
• Monitor cleaning chemicals and equipment usage for safety and efficiency.
• Investigate sanitation deviations and verify corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, QA, and maintenance for integrated hygiene.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Sanitation management

Regulatory compliance

Audits

Team training

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Food Science / related

Herramientas

HACCP software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a large-scale food processing and distribution company, is seeking a dedicated Regional Sanitation Compliance Manager to oversee sanitation operations across multiple facilities in and around Pretoria. This role is crucial for ensuring that all facilities meet stringent hygiene standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality policies. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring sanitation programs, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement in sanitation practices throughout the Gauteng region. This is a key leadership position focused on maintaining product safety and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage robust sanitation programs for multiple food processing facilities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international food safety regulations (e.g., R638, R146).
• Conduct regular internal audits of sanitation processes, procedures, and documentation across all sites.
• Oversee pest control programs and ensure their effectiveness.
• Manage and train sanitation teams, fostering a culture of hygiene and safety.
• Lead and support external audits by regulatory bodies and customers.
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules and validation records.
• Monitor and control the usage of cleaning chemicals and equipment, ensuring efficiency and safety.
• Investigate sanitation deviations, implement corrective actions, and verify their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and maintenance departments to ensure integrated approach to hygiene.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in sanitation management, preferably within the food processing industry.
• Strong understanding of food safety principles, including HACCP, GMPs, and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing effective sanitation programs.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct internal audits and manage corrective action plans.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing teams and providing training.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and data analysis related to sanitation performance.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to travel frequently within the Gauteng region and occasional travel to other sites.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment is essential.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and a provident fund.
• This role provides an excellent opportunity for career growth within a leading food industry company.
• You will have the chance to influence sanitation practices across multiple sites and contribute significantly to product safety.
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive management team are also part of the package.
• Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement that balances site visits with office-based strategic planning in Pretoria.