SHERQ Assurance Officer

Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: req294
Posted On: 14 August 2025
Company: Vector Logistics

Company Overview:

Vector Logistics is a leading supply chain and sales & merchandising partner, specialising in a fully integrated, temperature-controlled distribution network across Southern Africa. The company prides itself on combining advanced infrastructure with skilled, proactive personnel, offering reliable solutions across frozen, chilled, and ambient product zones.

Purpose of the Role:

To support SHERQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality) and sustainability performance across multiple operational sites. This involves managing non-conformances, supporting incident investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading recall processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Log and monitor non-conformances across all operational sites
Conduct and support root cause analyses (RCA) and ensure corrective actions align with KPIs and risk profiles
Assist in incident investigations and track implementation of corrective actions
Participate in SHERQ and sustainability projects, offering both technical and strategic input
Support risk assessments and ensure compliance actions are followed at site level
Lead and document product recalls while communicating with stakeholders
Conduct regulatory scanning to stay ahead of compliance requirements
Use tools like SAP and Power BI for analysis and reporting

Key Internal & External Relationships:

Internal:

Operations Teams
Risk & Sustainability Teams

External:

Auditors
Customers (regarding incidents and compliance queries)

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

Tertiary qualification in Safety, Health, Environment or Quality Management
3–5 years’ experience in SHERQ or a similar assurance/compliance role
Working knowledge of ISO standards, Food Safety Systems, and legal compliance frameworks
Experience using SAP and Power BI for SHERQ reporting and analysis
Experience supporting site-level SHERQ implementation
Valid Code EB driver’s license

Key Skills & Competencies:

Skill
Attention to Detail
Analytical Thinking
Judgment & Discretion
Communication
Collaboration
Initiative
Adaptability
Influence

Why This Role?

Ideal for professionals passionate about safety and continuous improvement in the supply chain sector. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking logistics provider that values compliance, quality, and sustainability, while offering opportunities for cross-functional engagement and growth.

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SHERQ Assurance Officer