Food Safety Officer

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
Diploma or degree in Food Safety and Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Food Safety Officer in a Food manufacturing / Agri or similar environment.
Knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to Food manufacturing.
Strong communication skills and ability to influence positive change.
Proficient in safety auditing and risk assessment methodologies.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Conduct regular Food safety audits and risk assessments of the manufacturing processes.
Implement and maintain Food safety management systems, ensuring compliance with regulations and company and international standards. FSSC/ GLOBAL GAP/ HACCP
Monitor daily Quality Control and Food safety operations to identify potential hazards and enforce safety protocols.
Investigate customer complaints and rejections of products and prepare detailed reports and recommending corrective actions.
Provide Food safety training and coaching to employees, creating awareness of health and safety best practices.
Develop and promote initiatives that enhance the organizations Food safety culture.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted