SHERQ Compliance Officer - Ethekwini - Hyper By The Sea
RCL Foods Limited
At RCL FOODS we grow what matters We at RCL FOODS are in search for a SHERQ Compliance Officer to join our Vector Division. The role will be based in Durban and report to the SHERQ Co-ordinator. RCL FOODS is looking for an incumbent to: Make decisions and offer guidance at regional operational levels directly impacting the strategic management of the operation. Ensure that management and organizational accountability in legislative requirements are addressed, requiring high-level discretion. Be a strategic and innovative thinker, with high problem-solving competencies and be systematic in his/her approach. Immediately solve all challenges and problems with the ambit of responsibility. Identify and implement innovations, particularly those that will improve conformance with industry and statutory requirements and reduce costs Minimum Requirements A degree or diploma in Food Science/Technology, Applied Science , Safety management, Environmental management A minimum of 3 years working in a food hygiene and/or health and safety environment implementing food safety and health and implementing safety systems and compliance Experience in the implementation and implementing safety systems and compliance. Valid Code EB drivers Duties & Responsibilities Legislative and Policy Compliance Ensure compliance with the Food Safety and the OHSACT and regulations. Ensure the region and sites has have the current Vector quality and food safety standards and procedures in place. Ensure documentation completion and submission requirements are adhered to. Ensure all internal policies are aligned to legislative requirements and best practices. Review and update all SHERQ procedures and checklists. Operational Compliance Support and Auditing Co-ordinate the development, implementation and management of a standardized integrated SHERQ management system as per the required standard. Conduct internal audits and inspections. Implement and maintain quality tools to ensure quality control and compliance. Provide management and staff training Ensure that all traceability and recalls procedures are followed Accompany inspectors during on-site inspections and respond to regulatory non-compliance Maintain the HACCP system and other safety information and documentation Implement, administer, monitor and maintain the warehouse foods safety programme and associated documentation Update all SHE & food safety systems, lists and files Ensure that fire prevention and emergency procedures are identified and implemented. Conduct workplace and job-specific hazard analysis to identify potential hazards Evaluate the effectiveness of risk control measures and recommend changes Maintain risk registers Communicate risk control and risk management information by analyzing data, developing indicators, producing and presenting required reports and advising management accordingly. Liaise with external bodies eg. Department of Labour, fire department, contractors, service providers and emergency services with regard to local governmental compliance requirements and best practices. Risk management (HACCP/TACCP/VACCP/HIRA/ERA/ Food defense , fire and security) Ensure corrective action plans for audits are completed Contractor management Incident Investigation Conduct post-incident investigations in order to identify root causes and determine appropriate preventative and corrective action Ensure proper administration of the incident reporting and investigation system, legal documents and registers Analyze and investigate customer complaints. Facilitate interventions to address the problem and monitor improvements Seek continual improvement in the SHERQ space by regularly monitoring regional and site activities and assessing new developments' implications. Communication and Reporting Analyse data, develop leading indicators, determine trends and produce and present required reports to advise management accordingly. Engage with external bodies (eg. Department of Health and service providers) regarding compliance requirements and best practices. Advise project managers regarding the requirements of contractors on site, safety files etc. Ensure food safety and safety meetings are held and minutes are communicated
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