Compliance Manager (Sm)

Umfolozi Sugar Mill (USM) is an iconic sugar mill located in Mtubatuba 48km from Richards Bay and 30kms from St Lucia. It is nestled between the iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal and the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park inland. Founded in 1913 USM has become a leading producer of high-quality VHP brown sugar crushing more than 1.3 million tons of cane per season producing 135000 tons of VHP sugar and 40000 tons of molasses
USM seeks an experienced dynamic Compliance Manager to lead its Compliance department. Reporting to the Production Director the role oversees Health & Safety Environmental Management Food Safety & Quality Assurance Security and Cleaning/Contractor Services and provides an Integrated Management System for production. The incumbent will manage business and production risks ensure adherence to all statutory and certification requirements safeguard the companys integrity and drive continuous improvement across all compliance areas.

KEY FOCUS AREAS
Lead and improve USMs ISO-aligned Integrated Management System (IMS) across all compliance areas.
Ensure full compliance with applicable legislation and standards (OHSA NEMA food safety CPA COIDA POPIA).
Drive audits inspections risk management and certification (FSSC 22000 NOSA 5-Star Kosher Halaal).
Lead incident investigations and corrective / preventative actions to closure.
Manage outsourced contracted service providers contractor compliance and site-access / dispatch controls.
Control compliance budgets and champion LEAN and ESG / sustainability readiness.
Engage with customers regulators and leadership to promote a strong compliance culture.

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and proof of qualifications may be submitted to the Human Resources Executive at

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 AUGUST 2026

This appointment will be made in accordance with the USMs EE Plan. Should you not receive a response within one month of this closing date please consider your application unsuccessful. Umfolozi Sugar Mill (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the position as advertised.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in OHS / Environmental Science / Food Science / Risk Management or related field.
Postgraduate qualification (advantageous).
Professional compliance designation with CPrac (SA) and Compliance Professional (CISA)(advantageous).
Sound knowledge and experience on NEBOSH / SAMTRAC; ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 Lead Auditor (advantageous).
SACPCMP registration and LEAN / Quality Management training (advantageous).
Minimum 810 years compliance / SHEQ / FSSC/ISO 22000 risk management experience including 35 years at senior management level in manufacturing or food production.
Sound knowledge of the OHS Act COIDA environmental & food-safety legislation CPA POPIA ISO 31000 risk practice and contractor management.
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation ISO/FSSC standards audits and certification management.
Proven leadership stakeholder management and policy development experience.
Relevant professional certifications (Compliance Practitioner NEBOSH SAMTRAC HACCP ISO Lead Auditor) advantageous.
Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.