SHEQ Systems Specialist

SUMMARY:
Based in the foods industry, the role will implement SHEQ and other relevant Business Systems, to form an integral part of the value chain, which drives ownership, business value and compliance to relevant requirements

POSITION INFO:
Key Outputs and Accountabilities

• Ensures that the overall Quality database is maintained, updated, enhanced and meets compliance, drives business value and sustainability requirements.
• Puts compliance audit tracking systems in place, and schedule and coordinate Third Party audits.
• Monitor business compliance to legal requirements.
• Ensure the SHEQ internal audit program is implemented and maintained, including training of internal auditors.
• Conduct internal systems and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits for the site to ensure system compliance.
• Co-ordinate and prepare for all external audits.
• Ensure continued compliance to new and updated SHEQ requirements.
• Manage the training matrix and ensure that SHEQ training needs are met
• Lead the implementation and management of all new products and new formulations for the site.
• Manage the interfaces between Central Office New Product Development and Commercialisation functions and the plant implementation teams to ensure alignment and understanding to SHEQ system standards and requirements.
• Mitigate risk of Quality Incidents related to New Product Development (NPD) and commercialisation through robust system design.
• Train all relevant personnel in relation to NPD and commercialisation.

• National Diploma in Food Technology, or an equivalent qualification.
• SHEQ system training and/or Lead Auditor training will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in a SHEQ information management position within the food industry (Quality and Environmental experience is a prerequisite)
• Systems experience: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, FSSC 22000, OHSAS 18000, NOSA, KORE, e-Mark
• Some travelling is required.