Remote Senior Sanitation Compliance Auditor

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role with flexible hours

Professional development and certs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Senior Sanitation Compliance Auditor to join the QA team. The role focuses on evaluating sanitation procedures, identifying gaps, and proposing corrective actions to meet internal policies and external regulations.

You will develop audit methodologies, mentor junior auditors, and support remote audits across facilities to ensure hygiene excellence and operational integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years in sanitation, QA, or auditing.
• Experience with remote audits is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote audits of sanitation protocols at company facilities.
• Evaluate compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Document findings with non-conformities and best practices.
• Develop audit reports with corrective action recommendations.
• Mentor junior auditors and refine audit tools.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Bachelor's degree in Food Science

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Remote Senior Sanitation Compliance Auditor to join their dedicated quality assurance team. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from any location while playing a critical part in upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and safety across the organization's operations. The Senior Auditor will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments of sanitation procedures, identifying compliance gaps, and recommending corrective actions to ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations. This role requires a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of sanitation best practices, and the ability to communicate findings effectively to diverse stakeholders. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to developing audit methodologies and mentoring junior auditors. This position is ideal for a proactive professional passionate about maintaining pristine environments and ensuring operational excellence remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct remote audits of sanitation protocols and procedures at various company facilities.
• Evaluate compliance with established health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Document audit findings accurately, including areas of non-compliance and best practices observed.
• Develop detailed audit reports with clear recommendations for corrective actions.
• Collaborate with facility managers and operational teams to implement remediation plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions through follow-up audits.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in sanitation science.
• Assist in the development and refinement of audit tools, checklists, and methodologies.
• Provide training and guidance to site personnel on sanitation standards and compliance requirements.
• Maintain objective and confidential audit records.
• Participate in internal quality improvement initiatives related to sanitation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, Food Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sanitation, quality assurance, or auditing roles, with a strong focus on hygiene and cleanliness.
• Proven experience conducting compliance audits, preferably in a remote capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant sanitation standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., NSF, ISO, local health codes), and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional report-writing and documentation skills.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in using audit software and remote collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Sanitarian (CS) or equivalent are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Fully remote role with a flexible work schedule.
• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Significant impact on ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Professional development opportunities and support for certifications.
• Contribution to a company that prioritizes health and hygiene.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Travel opportunities for occasional on-site audits (if required and reimbursed).