SHERQ Manager

Hire Resolve; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is looking for a passionate SHERQ Manager who excels in ensuring compliance and safety excellence. This role will involve overseeing legal compliance, managing risk assessments, leading incident investigations, and conducting audits. Candidates should have substantial SHERQ experience and a relevant degree, as well as strong capabilities in incident investigation and safety training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ SHERQ management experience in the food manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, 45001, and 14001 required.
• Familiarity with NEMA; NEBOSH or IOSH certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SHERQ legislation and standards.
• Lead investigations on incidents and manage IOD processes.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments.

Skills

Incident investigation

Auditing

Safety training

Education

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

FSSC 22000

Job description

Are you a passionate leader in Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) looking to drive compliance and safety excellence in a leading food manufacturing environment?

Our client is seeking an experienced SHERQ Manager who can take ownership of the site’s legal compliance, risk assessments, incident investigations, and internal/external audit readiness.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure full compliance with SHERQ legislation and standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, FSSC 22000)
  
  
• Manage legal appointees (e.g., 16.2s, SHE Reps, First Aiders)
  
  
• Lead investigations on incidents and ensure effective close-outs
  
  
• Own the full IOD (Injury on Duty) process and drive reduction in LTIFR/TRIR
  
  
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments
  
  
• Develop and execute training, toolbox talks, and safety campaigns
  
  
• Compile and present monthly SHERQ statistics and reports to management
  
  
• Oversee contractor HSE compliance and certification readiness
  
  

What You’ll Need:

• A Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or similar
  
  
• Minimum 5 years’ SHERQ management experience in the food manufacturing sector
  
  
• Knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001
  
  
• Strong incident investigation, auditing, and safety training capabilities
  
  
• Familiarity with NEMA; certifications like NEBOSH or IOSH preferred
  
  
  

Salary: Negotiable

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today — contact Mariaan Smitat Hire Resolve or connect on LinkedIn.

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We will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy. If not, we’ll keep your CV on file and reach out regarding future opportunities.

Desired Skills:

• SHERQ Manager
• SHERQ Manager
• SHERQ Manager