Junior Food Safety Officer

About the role

We are looking for a Junior Food Safety Officer to support our Quality Assurance system at Fair Cape Dairies in Cape Town. The role focuses on maintaining compliance with food safety standards, controlling documentation, and assisting with internal audits.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and control activities related to the Quality Assurance system, including document version control and record keeping.
• Conduct internal audits, identify non‑conformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Review supplier and customer specifications to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Facilitate training on quality procedures for staff at all levels.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as customer complaints, hygiene audit results, and microbiological non‑conformances to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote a food safety culture by working closely with production and other service departments.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) and a BSc in Food Science or a National Diploma/Degree in Food Technology.
• Certification in Quality and Food Safety Management Systems or Lead Auditor qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret audit findings.

Required skills

• FSSC 22000 food safety management system.
• HACCP and ISO food safety principles.
• Internal auditing techniques for food manufacturing.

What we offer

• Negotiable salary package based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to develop expertise in a leading dairy operation.