Remote Sanitation & Hygiene Coordinator

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work setup

Global brand

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a proactive Remote Sanitation & Hygiene Coordinator to develop, implement and monitor hygiene protocols across the supply chain from a home office. The role demands HACCP and ISO 22000 knowledge, experience conducting virtual audits, training remote teams, and ensuring all operations meet or exceed industry standards, with occasional on-site verification as needed.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear remote communication with diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field (Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Health).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sanitation, hygiene or quality assurance in food manufacturing/distribution.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs and food safety regulations.
• Experience conducting audits and developing training materials.
• Excellent remote communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sanitation and hygiene programs aligned with HACCP/ISO 22000.
• Conduct virtual audits and inspections of facilities and 3PLs for compliance.
• Train remote staff on sanitation techniques, hygiene, and safe cleaning practices.
• Monitor sanitation data, identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Maintain documentation, cleaning schedules, verification records and audit reports.
• Stay updated on local and international food safety regulations and best practices.
• Investigate and resolve sanitation and hygiene non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with QA and Operations to integrate hygiene into workflows.
• Manage inventory and procurement of cleaning supplies remotely.
• Promote a strong culture of hygiene and food safety across the organization.

Skills

Remote communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Training ability

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science / Microbiology / Chemistry / Environmental Health

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Database management

Job description

About the Role

About the Role Our client, a leading international food and beverage distributor, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Remote Sanitation & Hygiene Coordinator. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to manage sanitation compliance and best practices from your home office. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring hygiene protocols across the company’s supply chain and distribution centers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety, HACCP, and regulatory compliance. You will conduct virtual audits, train remote teams on hygiene standards, and ensure that all operations meet or exceed industry benchmarks. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders remotely. Your efforts will be crucial in maintaining product integrity and brand reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sanitation and hygiene programs aligned with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000).
• Conduct virtual audits and inspections of company facilities and third-party logistics providers to ensure compliance with hygiene protocols.
• Train and educate staff at various locations on proper sanitation techniques, personal hygiene, and the safe use of cleaning chemicals.
• Monitor and analyze sanitation-related data, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including cleaning schedules, verification records, and audit reports.
• Stay current with relevant local and international food safety regulations and best practices.
• Investigate and resolve sanitation and hygiene non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Operations teams to integrate hygiene practices into daily workflows.
• Manage the inventory and procurement of cleaning supplies and sanitation equipment remotely.
• Promote a strong culture of hygiene and food safety throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sanitation, hygiene, or quality assurance, preferably within the food manufacturing or distribution industry.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles, GMPs, and relevant food safety regulations.
• Proven experience in conducting audits and developing training materials.
• Exceptional remote communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools, spreadsheets, and database management software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working autonomously.
• Ability to travel occasionally for on-site verification if required (though role is primarily remote).
• Certification in HACCP or food safety auditing is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized brand.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribute to ensuring the safety and quality of food products distributed worldwide.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company that prioritizes health and safety.