Site Controller(Cape Town) (Airport Industria) at Econo Foods

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• The Site Controller oversees essential site operations—including utilities, maintenance, security, access control, fire safety, and cost management—ensuring smooth, safe, and compliant functioning.
• The role also ensures adherence to health, food safety, and hygiene standards, safeguarding employee welfare and product integrity while maintaining legal and certification compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilities & Utilities Management

• Refrigeration (Plant Room): Maintain optimal temperature control for stored goods.
• Power Supply: Monitor on-site electricity and generators to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Water Supply: Oversee water systems (tanks, pumps, distribution) for reliable supply.

Site Operations & Maintenance

• Maintenance: Ensure cleanliness, repairs, and upkeep of warehouse, yard, and offices.
• Security: Manage access control, surveillance, and armed response coordination.
• CCTV Systems: Maintain security cameras and backup footage for investigations.
• Fire Systems: Regularly test and maintain alarms, extinguishers, and evacuation procedures.
• Cost Management: Control expenses related to utilities, repairs, and contracts.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• SHE Oversight: Enforce safety compliance, PPE use, and environmental standards.
• H&S Procedures: Develop and maintain policies aligned with legislation and company standards.
• Inspections & Audits: Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and audits.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations and corrective actions for incidents.
• Training: Deliver safety training and toolbox talks.
• Emergency Preparedness: Maintain and test fire drills, first aid, and other procedures.

Food Safety & Hygiene

• Systems Management: Oversee HACCP, GMP, GHP, ISO/FSSC 22000 systems.
• Hygiene Monitoring: Ensure compliance in production, storage, and handling areas.
• Audits & Inspections: Conduct internal audits; prepare for external reviews.
• Non-Conformities: Investigate issues, conduct root cause analysis, and corrective action.
• Training & Documentation: Maintain records and conduct staff food safety training.

People & Team Management

• Team Oversight: Manage team scheduling, leave, time and attendance.
• Meetings: Organize and lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings.
• Coaching & Development: Address IR matters and provide training.
• Goal Monitoring: Support team in achieving performance objectives

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience of at least 3-5 years in a similar position, with a preference for experience within the FMCG Retail industry.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills - living out the company values and unique HO HOLA culture.
• Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast-paced past and dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. With the ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

CLOSING DATE               

• 22 July 2025