Job objective:
AAA Growers Limited is seeking to recruit a dynamic, detail-oriented, and results-driven Audit & Compliance Officer to support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of food safety, quality management, sustainability, certification, and regulatory systems across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and conduct internal audits, including BRCGS, GlobalG.A.P., customer standards, organic certification, and other compliance audits.
Participate in and support second-party and third-party audits, ensuring timely closure of non-conformities.
Maintain and update audit schedules, certification records, and compliance databases.
Coordinate staff training programs and maintain training records and matrices.
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Manage statutory compliance requirements, including Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), NEMA, WRA, PCPB, and Public Health regulations.
Conduct supplier audits and follow up on corrective actions.
Maintain the company legal register and compliance documentation.
Facilitate the review, updating, and implementation of food safety manuals, procedures, and standards.
Support CCP validation, OPR monitoring, and overall food safety system effectiveness.
Participate in stock-taking exercises and provide support during internal and external audits.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Successful completion of internal, second-party, and third-party audits.
Timely closure of audit non-conformities.
Achievement and maintenance of statutory and regulatory compliance requirements.
Completion of annual training plans and maintenance of training records.
Timely renewal and maintenance of certifications and audit schedules.
Effective maintenance of the legal register and compliance databases.
Qualifications and Key Competence:
Bachelor's degree in food science, Food Technology, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in food safety, quality management systems, audits, and certification standards.
Working knowledge of BRCGS, GlobalG.A.P., HACCP, customer standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Strong analytical, report-writing, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and database management.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Experience in a packhouse, manufacturing, or food processing environment will be an added advantage.