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6 Feb
2026
Permanent Vacancy for SHEQ Officer Wanted Urgently – Persona Staff Recruitment
Job Description
Vacancy for SHEQ Officer Wanted Urgently – Persona Staff Recruitment
Working Location: Western Cape, CPT – Northern Suburbs
Job Type: Permanent
Application Closing Date: 01 March 2026
JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
Our client is urgently looking for the qualified SHEQ Officer to start working ASAP.
KEY REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The candidate must meet the following qualifications:
- Must have relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Food Science, or similar
- Must have relevant short courses in SHE and Food Safety Management Systems
KEY REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
The candidate must have the following skills and competences
- Must have minimum 1–2 years’ post-graduate experience in a SHE role, preferably in food manufacturing
- Must have sound knowledge of South African SHE legislation and local by-laws
- Experience with management systems and sustainability platforms (e.g. SEDEX, SHERPA) advantageous
- Must have understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
- Proficiency in MS Office with strong report-writing skills
- Must have excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and document control
- Must have understanding of SMETA/Ethical Audits advantageous
KEY DUTIES:
The candidate will have to implement the following duties:
- To develop, implement, and maintain the Safety, Health and Environment Management System
- To ensure compliance with OHS Act, NEMA, FSSC 22000, SMETA, IBL, and customer requirements
- To participate in SMETA and other audits and ensure closure of non-conformances within set timelines
- To drive continuous improvement initiatives related to SHE performance
- To develop and deliver SHE training to employees at prescribed intervals
- To coordinate and conduct SHE Committee meetings and implement recommendations
- To prepare SHE performance reports, statistics, and presentations
- Review and conduct emergency response procedures and drills
- To oversee sustainability initiatives within the business
- To manage certification of First Aiders, Fire Fighters, OHS Reps, and Forklift Drivers
- To maintain accurate, SHE documentation and records
- To perform additional, SHE-related duties as required
NB: We are looking forward to contacting only successful applicants. All applications must be done online before closing date. No payments for any job position posted in this website.All applications must be sent to: hannah@personastaff.co.za
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