SHEQ Manager: Packaging Safety, Quality & Compliance Leader

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastics packaging company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to oversee safety, health, environment, and quality systems. The role requires strong experience in BRCGS and FSC audits, managing compliance, and driving sustainability initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a tertiary qualification and strong knowledge of food safety systems. This opportunity offers a negotiable salary and the chance to work with a dynamic team. Apply now to become a valued member of the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with FSC and BRCGS audits in packaging or food packaging.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and environmental management.
• Familiarity with PET thermoforming or plastics manufacturing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, health, environment, and quality systems.
• Lead internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
• Manage documentation for FSC chain-of-custody.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and monitor environmental metrics.
• Train staff on SHEQ policies and audit readiness.

Skills

Experience with FSC audits

Experience with BRC audits

Knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP)

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Safety, Health, Environment, Quality

Job description

A leading plastics packaging company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced SHEQ Manager to oversee safety, health, environment, and quality systems. The role requires strong experience in BRCGS and FSC audits, managing compliance, and driving sustainability initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a tertiary qualification and strong knowledge of food safety systems. This opportunity offers a negotiable salary and the chance to work with a dynamic team. Apply now to become a valued member of the organization.