Remote Sanitation Compliance Officer

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Remote public health impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Sanitation Compliance Officer to safeguard health standards across South Africa. The role focuses on developing and implementing sanitation policies, performing remote audits, and leveraging data analysis to drive improvements.

You will work independently from a remote setting with flexible hours, support site teams, and maintain records of compliance activities while reporting to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science or related field.
• At least 3 years of sanitation compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of SA health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Proficient with digital data analysis, reporting and remote communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update sanitation protocols aligned with health regulations.
• Conduct remote audits and virtual inspections of facilities.
• Analyze sanitation data and inspection reports for trends.
• Train site personnel on sanitation practices and compliance.
• Investigate sanitation incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain records and generate management reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Remote work

Compliance management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Digital tools for data analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Remote Sanitation Compliance Officer to join their organization, operating from anywhere within South Africa . In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing sanitation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all company sites. You will leverage technology to conduct virtual inspections, analyze data, and provide recommendations for improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional who can work independently and contribute to maintaining exceptional hygiene standards without the need for on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update sanitation protocols and compliance checklists in line with current health regulations.
• Conduct remote audits and virtual inspections of facilities using provided tools and documentation.
• Analyze sanitation data and inspection reports to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Train and guide site‑specific personnel on proper sanitation practices and compliance requirements.
• Investigate sanitation‑related incidents or complaints and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of all compliance activities and generate regular reports for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field is advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sanitation management, compliance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of South African health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for data analysis, reporting, and virtual communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic role contributing to public health and safety remotely.