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Description

• Ecowize is looking for a skilled and competent Service Manager to join the Pest Control and Hygiene team in Cape Town.  The purpose of this role is to provide technical support and leadership to all service colleagues within the division and ensure that the highest quality of customer service is provided
• The Service Manager will ensure that all services are planned and completed in line with the client agreements signed and that all service colleagues have the correct equipment, PPE, and consumables to complete the services.

High-level Objectives:

• Customer Focus on regular, meaningful interactions to drive an inclusive partnership which will ensure customer satisfaction and quality in service delivery.
• Financial Focus on managing Business Development, profitability of branch by ensuring efficiencies and asset management. Expenses are to be within budget, reported accurately and timeously. Ensure continuous development and understanding of relevant financial processes for yourself and team.
• People Focus on empowering, developing, and motivating teams and individuals to perform at their best through training initiatives to enhance service delivery.
• Compliance Focus to ensure that all regulatory measures are consistently applied, in terms of Health and Safety, Food safety, Audit Standards and SAPCA regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Excellence

• Build strong, value-driven client relationships through regular engagement
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with client agreements and quality standards
• Resolve service issues, infestations, and customer complaints effectively
• Conduct internal audits and support external customer audits
• Review service reports and drive continuous improvement

Financial & Operational Management

• Manage service costs, budgets, and branch profitability
• Monitor productivity, overtime, and resource allocation
• Drive operational efficiencies (route planning, reduced travel time, cost optimisation)
• Oversee asset management, including vehicles, equipment, and stock control
• Support business development by identifying leads and new revenue opportunities

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and motivate service teams to achieve performance goals
• Conduct performance reviews, feedback sessions, and development plans
• Ensure teams are properly equipped, trained, and supported
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, retention, and disciplinary processes
• Deliver ongoing technical and SOP/SWP training

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and SAPCA regulations
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date service documentation and IPM files
• Oversee audit readiness and regulatory adherence
• Manage EcoGSE system compliance and reporting
• Ensure adherence to POPIA requirements for data protection

Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential)
• Pest Control Certificate with P-Registration (essential)
• National Certificate in Pest Control (preferred)
• Fumigation Registration (advantageous)

Experience

• Proven experience in pest control technical services
• Strong leadership and team management experience
• Experience in HR-related processes and performance management
• Understanding of operational and financial management
• Knowledge of quality management systems (advantageous)
• Project management experience (preferred)

The successful incumbent will have the following competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent problem-solving ability
• Financial acumen and analytical thinking
• High attention to detail and compliance-driven
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Closing date 11 June 2026

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Description

• Ecowize is looking for an Internal Auditor to join the SHEQ team servicing areas in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. The Internal Auditor will be responsible for Continuous Improvement in developing, implementing, and executing Ecowize Food Safety, Health and Safety, quality and environmental management systems.
• The successful incumbent will also support strategic priorities and business operations to assist Area Managers and Site Managers with any changes and training requirements where risks are identified or where quality standards are not met.

High-Level Objectives:

• Compliance Focus - To ensure that all regulatory measures are consistently applied.
• Customer Focus - Regular, meaningful interactions to drive an inclusive partnership with the Customers SHEQ department. Engage actively with key stakeholders to ensure they understand and actively support the process changes and desired cultural shifts. Provide support and expertise to line management
• People Focus - Empowering, developing, and motivating teams and individuals to perform at their best. Ensure continuous development for yourself and the team. Ensure the SHEQ team adequately supports the business to achieve its Health and Safety, Environment, and Quality objectives.
• OHS & Food Safety Focus - Coordinating and supervising the Ecowize quality management systems to ensure that all sites take the necessary actions taken to eliminate personal safety and food safety risks.
• Innovation Focus - Lead the development of continuous improvement systems and practices (including training, coaching, experiential opportunities, and projects).

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all Food Safety requirements and Occupational Health and Safety regulations are complied with by completing an Internal Audit bi-annually or when required.
• Keep up to date with relevant safety, health and environment legislation and make continuous recommendations to SHEQ management.
• Meet with customer Safety Officer and review Customer H&S Meeting minutes and ensure Ecowize action plans implemented.
• Lead monthly safety meetings with Area Managers and Site Managers. Address any gaps and close out non-conformances.
• Attend Monthly National SHEQ Meeting
• Attend Quarterly Food Safety Team Meetings

Actively listening to the customer’s needs and exceeding expectations on delivery by:

• Managing current processes and give guidance to Area Manager.
• Reporting progress of new projects and changes to any systems.
• Co-ordinating maintenance of the Site Food Safety Management System.
• Co-ordinating maintenance of the Site Safetywize System.
• Reviewing Client’s Risk Assessment.
• Visiting sites to assess work for compliance to specifications.

• Manage auditing processes
• Co-ordinate and participate in the compilation of the Site Base Line Risk Assessment on new sites if and when required and identify risk mitigation measures in conjunction with operations.
• Co-ordinate annual revision of Workplace Risk Assessments
• Verify Food Safety & SHE corrective and preventive actions, as well as improvement proposals, and action plans.
• Co-ordinate & close non-conformances once verified that corrective action has been effective.
• Investigate reportable injuries
• Co-ordinate closure of DoEL Annexure 1 investigations.
• Set individual development goals with line manager and take responsibility and accountability for all performance activities.
• Ensure Area Manager and Site Managers are supported to make informed decisions
• Coach and mentor Site Managers where specific development areas are identified by a Line Manager.
• Identify Trainers and ensure trainers are able and equipped to drive training initiatives
• Initiate / recommend required disciplinary process and inform the SHEQ Manager of all serious transgressions
• Track deliverables (Site Specific KPIs) by trends and non-conformances
• Drive quality assurance
• Incident investigation assistance.
• Encourage team to create alternative solutions.
• Take ownership of difficult situations and drive constructive conversations to ensure a feasible outcome
• Become the custodian of Ecowize Food Safety Management System
• Identify all needs/risks through regular internal auditing and risk assessments to assist with the development of a corrective and preventative action plan.
• Identify problems through analysis of Micro Trends and Non-conformances and assist site to develop a corrective action.
• Ensure team is aware of potential food safety risks on site and give guidance on ways to resolve potential risks.
• Ensure action plans for NCR’s are delivered within required timeframe
• Ensure training requirements are met to best drive corrective actions to Site Managers to prevent a site from becoming a RED site.
• Regularly visit sites to ensure goals are met.
• Sharing innovative ideas within the team and senior management
• Identify outsourced services that can be done in-house across divisions

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• SHEQ-related Qualification (SAMTRAC, OHS, Quality or Food Safety)
• Valid Driver’s Licence and OWN transportation
• Willing to travel and work shifts
• 2-4 years relevant work experience (essential)
• Knowledge of the FMCG, food production industry and/or cleaning industry, Auditing, OHS and Environment
• Total Quality Management system knowledge is advantageous

The successful incumbent must have the following skillset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Skilled in managing multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Must be comfortable with the Ecowize culture and values. 

Closing date 11 June 2026

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Description

• Ecowize is seeking an entry-level Technical Service Agent responsible for ensuring that satellite units remain fully operational by performing preventative maintenance in accordance with the service schedule.
• The role also involves continuously identifying opportunities for improvement to optimise resources; including manpower, energy, and water - through effective utilisation of industrial washing systems and participation in time-study initiatives

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that customer needs are meet by providing technical expertise to site manager, cleaning team, technical sales consultant, and customer.
• Manage, resolve complaints, and advise internal/external stakeholders on corrective action.
• Managing of the budget and ensuring that maintenance and cost are kept as low as possible, this includes asset management and driving of efficiencies and innovation.
• To ensure that application of audit procedures conform to the clients quality standards
• To determine the precision and accuracy in chemical verification
• Managing of Health and Safety, this includes ensuring that service is carried out in full compliance with the health and safety together with the environmental requirements.
• Provide effective solutions to address site pain points from a maintenance perspective.
• To provide routine maintenance for chemical dosing pumps and to keep the system functioning.
• Provide onsite assistance and training to the operations team.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent 
• Qualification in Food Science or related field will be an advantage
• Previous experience in a food processing environment
• A valid driver's licence (Company vehicle will be provided)
• Ability and willingness to work night shift as and when required.

The successful incumbent will have the following skillset

• Customer centric to drive operational excellence.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and meet deadlines.
• High work standards, energetic and driven.
• Communication and teamwork - works well with site team and stakeholders, able to explain technical matters clearly and provide support/training
• Attention to detail - accurate reporting, chemical verification and following maintenance schedule
• Technical aptitude- basic mechanical understanding with a willingness to learn maintenance processes and equipment
• Problem-solving mindset - able to identify issues, suggest improvements, and take initiative in resolving site challenges
• Safety and compliance awareness - understands the importance of health, safety, food safety and environmental standards, with a responsible approach to following procedures

Closing date 11 June 2026

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Description

• The Rope Access Level 3 Technician is responsible for leading the Rope Access team to perform various tasks while accessing areas via ropes. The Rope Access Level 3 Technician is charged with ensuring the safety of all personnel within the work area while maintaining efficient project progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure operational efficiency with the implementation of the appropriate standards of safety and quality control in rope access activities, according to Ecowize standards
• Responsible for all cleaning services for clients e.g. silo cleaning, window washing, and other cleaning services where working at heights are required.
• Responsible for all specialized cleaning services for clients e.g. decontamination, broiler cleaning and any specialised industrial cleaning required.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the client and team.
• Maintain the rope access equipment ensuring that the certification is kept up to date.
• Responsible for all equipment and the cleaning of equipment, also ensure that nothing is missing when requested to work on site.
• Attend client meetings during the task planning or organizing period.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained so that the quality of service meets the necessary standards.
• May be required to generate and complete daily timesheets and paperwork for projects.
• Supervise rope access operations in accordance with the required guidelines.
• Conduct safety checks, risk assessments, and rescue plans.
• Perform hands-on technical tasks depending on project scope.
• Maintain rope access equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 team members.
• Complete detailed reports and documentation.

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Valid Rope Access Level 3 certification (in-date).
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in rope access, including supervisory duties.
• Strong understanding of relevant safety regulations and procedures.
• Physically fit with a strong safety mindset.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Available for regional travel and emergency call-outs.
• Flexibility to work shifts, mainly night shift.

The successful incumbent must have the following skill sets: 

• Must be comfortable with the Ecowize culture and values. 
• Able to work a strict shift position and willing to work over weekends.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment and meet deadlines.
• High work standards, energetic and driven.
• Good communication skills. (English Verbal & Written).
• Attention to detail.
• Customer centric. 

Closing date 12 June 2026

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Description

• Ecowize Pest Control and Hygiene Division is looking for an experienced Sales Consultant to join their team. If you have a passion for sales and proven experience in the Pest Control and Hygiene industry this position is for you. 

Summary of responsibilities 

• Pre-planning Weekly Sales Prospects.
• Meet Monthly and Annual Sales Target.
• Filing reports on-line.
• Maintain Service Records and Documentation.
• Achieving daily and weekly call ratios to ensure targets are met.
• Will be responsible to generate their own leads by means of cold calling.
• Client site surveys and to supply solutions to the clients.
• Preparing quotations/proposals/tenders and presentations.
• Consolidate data in order to facilitate management reporting.
• Develop and implement a growth strategy that focuses on specific market segments.
• Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
• Negotiating sales and clinching business deals.
• Initiate Invoicing & Payment.
• Conduct handing over of new contracts to operations.
• Follow up on new business achieved.
• Management of costs compared to budget.
• Conduct follow up calls, relationship building. 

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Previous experience in cold calling.
• Proven track record in establishing and growing pest control and hygiene markets.
• Excellent selling, communication, and strong negotiation skills.
• Highly computer literate: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• 3 Years sales experience in the service industry.
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines.
• High work standards, excellent communication skills, energetic and driven. 
• Good administration and computer skills.
• Previous experience in Pest Control and Hygiene will be an advantage. 

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Description

• The purpose of the role is to oversee the work activities of the hygiene team to ensure that the site is handed over to the client according to the required hygiene standards.
• The Site Supervisor will be responsible for training the hygiene team in using all equipment and chemicals in a safe manner, as well as taking responsibility for site safety and making sure that teams perform tasks timeously.

Summary of responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage a team to produce a food-safe site, daily. 
• Manage and achieve the Budgeted Man-hours and Purchases in their Section. 
• Maintain a hygienic and safe working environment with compliance to all statutory safety regulations. 
• Manage individual and team performance; coach and develop staff. 
• Responsible for all Operational activities in their section, including operational problem solving. 
• Maintain Customer relationship; meet Customer expectations and eliminate plant damage & downtime. 

Requirements

Job Requirements: 

• Grade 12.  
• Deep Cleaning experience is essential. 
• Chemical Stock control experience is essential. 
• Have exposure to Industrial Relations. 
• High-Quality administrative skills required. 
• Be flexible to work at various sites as requested on short notice. 

The successful incumbent must have the following skill sets: 

• Must be comfortable with the Ecowize culture and values.  
• Able to work a strict shift position and willing to work over weekends. 
• Experience in the food production industry. 
• Must be able to manage the strict flow of operations.  
• Ability to work in a dynamic work environment and meet deadlines. 
• High work standards, energetic and driven. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Customer centric.  

Closing date 16 June 2026

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Description

• Purpose is to oversee the work activities of the hygiene team to ensure that the site is handed over to the client according to required hygiene standards. Responsible for training the hygiene team in using all equipment and chemicals in a safe manner. Responsible for site safety and making sure that teams perform tasks timeously.

Summary of responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage a team to produce a food-safe site, daily. 
• Manage and achieve the Budgeted Man-hours and Purchases in their Section. 
• Maintain a hygienic and safe working environment with compliance to all statutory safety regulations. 
• Manage individual and team performance; coach and develop staff. 
• Responsible for all Operational activities in their section, including operational problem solving. 
• Maintain Customer relationship; meet Customer expectations and eliminate plant damage & downtime. 

Requirements

Job Requirements: 

• Grade 12.  
• Proven experience in deep cleaning within a food environment.
• Solid experience in wet plant cleaning processes and hygiene standards.
• Strong exposure to major food safety audits (FSSC 22000, KFC, McDonald's or similar). 
• Working knowledge and experience using iLeader.
• Computer literate.
• Understanding of PRP will be advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in chemical stock control and safe chemical handling practices.
• Basic exposure to Industrial Relations within an operational environment would be beneficial.
• Strong administrative and reporting skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work different shifts.

The successful incumbent must have the following skill sets: 

• Must be comfortable with the Ecowize culture and values.  
• Able to work a strict shift position and willing to work over weekends. 
• Experience in the food production industry. 
• Must be able to manage the strict flow of operations.  
• Ability to work in a dynamic work environment and meet deadlines. 
• High work standards, energetic and driven. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Customer centric.