SHEQ Officer

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006212/CS

Date posted:

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

18000

SUMMARY:
SHEQ Officer â Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
Food Manufacturing | SHE / Compliance
Full-time | On-site

A well-established gourmet meat processing facility in the Northern Suburbs is seeking a qualified and proactive Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Officer to manage and maintain SHE systems, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

This role is critical in ensuring compliance with legislation, certifications, and customer requirements while promoting a safe, ethical, and sustainable working environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain the Safety, Health and Environment Management System
Ensure compliance with OHS Act, NEMA, FSSC 22000, SMETA, IBL, and customer requirements
Participate in SMETA and other audits and ensure closure of non-conformances within set timelines
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to SHE performance
Develop and deliver SHE training to employees at prescribed intervals
Coordinate and conduct SHE Committee meetings and implement recommendations
Prepare SHE performance reports, statistics, and presentations
Review and conduct emergency response procedures and drills
Oversee sustainability initiatives within the business
Manage certification of First Aiders, Fire Fighters, OHS Reps, and Forklift Drivers
Maintain accurate SHE documentation and records
Perform additional SHE-related duties as required

Key Requirements:

Relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Food Science, or similar
Relevant short courses in SHE and Food Safety Management Systems
Minimum 1â2 yearsâ post-graduate experience in a SHE role, preferably in food manufacturing
Sound knowledge of South African SHE legislation and local by-laws
Experience with management systems and sustainability platforms (e.g. SEDEX, SHERPA) advantageous
Understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
Proficiency in MS Office with strong report-writing skills
Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
Meticulous attention to detail and document control
Understanding of SMETA/Ethical Audits advantageous

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