Jobs at Lactalis South Africa

Job Description

• The Regional Technical Manager will be responsible for providing technical leadership and engineering oversight across Lactalis’ manufacturing operations in Southern Africa.
• The incumbent will lead cross functional team on various technical industrial activities ranging from leading technical projects, managing maintenance departments, improvement of plants OEE, while driving continuous improvement, safety, and cost optimisation.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (essential)
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)
• 8+ years in engineering/technical leadership roles within FMCG or dairy environments
• 3-5 years in multi-site or regional roles
• Experience with PLC and SCADA systems is advantageous
• Experience with NH3 refrigeration and Coal Boilers will aid in day-to-day responsibilities
• Technical Expertise: Strong mechanical/electrical engineering knowledge:dairy/FMCG experience essential
• Leadership: Multi-site leadership, cross-cultural team development
• Project Management: CAPEX planning, execution, and reporting
• Systems & Tools: CMMS (Pragma/SAP), MS Project, AutoCAD, MS Office
• Compliance: Familiar with GCC, ISO standards, SHEQ, and country- specific engineering legislation
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication across multiple stakeholders and countries
• Problem-Solving: Root cause analysis, crisis response. continuous improvement focus

Duties & Responsibilities

ENGINEERING

• Manage planned and preventative maintenance in line with SLAs, ensuring quality execution, timely procurement, and effective coordination with stakeholders and service providers.
• Drive preventative and predictive strategies, optimize Shopware data usage, benchmark asset performance, and implement reliability improvement plans.
• Oversee upgrades and improvements to enhance uptime and efficiency, approve designs based on needs, monitor subcontractor compliance, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain compliance with HACCP, ISO, and NOSA standards, uphold quality benchmarks, and ensure subcontractor adherence to SLAs.

MANAGE SERVICES

• Monitor and optimize steam efficiency, water usage, electricity demand, and wastewater treatment to support sustainable operations.

BUDGETING & PLANNING

• Compile and manage the operational budget, controlling overtime, manpower, and maintenance costs within approved parameters.
• Implement cost-effective procurement and expenditure controls.
• Lead regional CAPEX projects, manage utility systems (refrigeration, boilers, compressed air, water, effluent), and optimize energy usage.
• Oversee DA projects and savings initiatives, ensuring compliance with timelines, budgets, and reporting.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental policies, legislation, and standards (ISO, NOSA, HACCP).
• Implement effective risk mitigation for equipment, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Drive safety improvements, achieve agreed safety indices, and ensure due diligence in all technical activities.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Build a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor team productivity, set performance objectives, and conduct reviews across sites.
• Develop PDPs, identify training needs, and provide coaching, mentoring, and support.
• Enforce discipline, ensure compliance with company standards, and close technical knowledge gaps through structured development and adherence to the 6 rules.

Closing Date

• 2025/09/09

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Job Description

• The Internal Control Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal control framework to safeguard the company’s assets, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• The role includes evaluating internal processes, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency. The role also involves dealing with multiple stakeholders across different functions and assist in ensuring that the internal control policies of the group are adhered to.
• The function will work to foster standardisation and consistency across the business processes and internal controls in the companies located in South Africa, Botswana, eSwatini, Mozambique, and Zambia (Lactalis Southern Africa Zone).
• The role requires a minimum two (2) weeks travel to the various sites per month, based in Southern Africa Zone

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such, Chartered Accountant (CA), or as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are highly preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in internal control, external/internal audit, or risk management.
• Experience in implementing internal control frameworks and working in complex business environments, ideally in industries such as manufacturing, or FMCG.
• Familiarity with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP), regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and internal control software.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly in Excel for financial modelling and analysis.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to assess complex systems and processes, identify weaknesses, and recommend solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in reviewing financial data, policies, and procedures.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyse situations, evaluate options, and implement effective control solutions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to present findings and recommendations to management and staff.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to guide teams and drive a culture of compliance.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ethics and Integrity: Strong commitment to ethical behaviour and ensuring the organization’s internal controls uphold integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure

Duties & Responsibilities

Internal Control Framework:

• Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive internal control framework.
• Design, update, and ensure effectiveness of control policies, procedures, and systems in line with company goals and regulations.
• Safeguard against risks in financial reporting, fraud, efficiency, and compliance.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

• Conduct risk assessments across departments (finance, operations, procurement, IT, etc.).
• Design and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• Partner with department heads to embed strong risk management practices.

Internal Audits and Compliance:

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal control reviews and audits.
• Recommend improvements and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, external regulations, and standards (IFRS, GAAP).

Process Improvement:

• Drive initiatives to streamline operations, reduce inefficiencies, and improve reporting accuracy.
• Ensure all business processes comply with the control environment.
• Enhance workflow automation and continuously improve internal processes.

Training and Awareness:

• Develop and deliver training to raise awareness of internal controls across the organization.
• Provide guidance on control matters, promoting accountability and compliance culture.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive records of control activities, risks, audits, and corrective measures.
• Prepare reports for senior management and the Board on risks, audit results, and compliance.
• Support preparation of management letters and communications with external auditors.

Collaboration with External Auditors:

• Liaise with external auditors on internal control reviews.
• Ensure accurate, timely responses to inquiries and implement auditor recommendations.

Technology and Tools:

• Oversee and implement internal control software and automation tools.
• Stay updated on technology solutions to strengthen the control framework.

Closing Date

• 2025/09/10