Food Technologist

WERE HIRING: FOOD TECHNOLOGIST (HACCP OFFICER – ABATTOIR) Western Cape – Winelands (Hermon area) A well-established meat abattoir supplying major retail chains is looking for an experienced Food Technologist (HACCP Officer) to take full ownership of food safety systems, compliance, and on-site quality governance. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong HACCP leadership and daily presence on the production floor. Key Responsibilities Act as HACCP Officer and HACCP Team Leader Manage and oversee the Senior Supervisor QC Ensure food safety and quality compliance in line with HACCP, FSSC 22000 and the Meat Safety Act Maintain and control all HACCP documentation and records Lead and document HACCP, TACCP, VACCP and Halaal team meetings Conduct internal GMP audits and support third-party audits Perform Gemba walks and follow up corrective actions Oversee microbiological sampling, trending and follow-ups Ensure equipment calibration and record accuracy Act as Pest Control Officer Manage training, inductions, and train-the-trainer requirements Authority to stop production, reject non-conforming product and raise NCRs Requirements Diploma or Degree in Food Science / Food Technology / Agricultural Science External FSSC 22000 certification (non-negotiable) 2–5 years experience in food manufacturing, preferably abattoir / meat processing Strong HACCP system ownership and audit leadership Comfortable spending ±70% of the day on the production floor Confident, assertive, solutions-focused Own transport and willingness to travel or relocate