| Job Title | Health and Safety Lead |
|---|---|
| Date Posted / Closing Date | Date Not Specified / 20 January 2026 |
| Location | Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Salary | Monthly payment (not disclosed) |
| Company | Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa |
| Employment Type | Permanent |
| Industry | Manufacturing |
Health and Safety Lead at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
This is a senior Health and Safety Lead opportunity at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa based in Midrand. The role focuses on driving a strong, compliant, and proactive safety culture across operations.
- Permanent leadership role within a major FMCG manufacturing environment
- Country-level responsibility for health and safety strategy
- High-impact role with cross-functional influence
- Exposure to global QSE and ISO standards
- Strong career growth within Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa careers
About the Role
The Health and Safety Lead will develop and execute the country health and safety strategy in line with global Quality, Safety, and Environmental standards. The role reports to the Country Lead for Quality, Food Safety and Environmental.
This position requires strong leadership, governance capability, and the ability to embed safety into everyday business operations.
- Develop and implement the country health and safety strategy
- Drive a proactive, visible safety culture at all levels
- Ensure compliance with South African OHS legislation and ISO 45001
- Lead risk assessments and mitigation programmes
- Oversee serious incident investigations and reporting
- Ensure corrective and preventive actions are closed on time
- Engage with manufacturing, engineering, HR and supply chain teams
- Act as key contact with regulatory bodies and certification agencies
- Lead internal audits and support external audits
- Track and report on safety KPIs and trends
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety systems and training
Who Should Apply
- Senior health and safety professionals in FMCG or manufacturing
- Leaders with experience managing multi-site safety programmes
- Professionals seeking Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa jobs at leadership level
- Applicants with strong compliance and governance experience
- Individuals passionate about workplace safety and culture change
The ideal candidate is strategic, data-driven, and confident working with senior stakeholders to embed safety into business performance.
Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
- Professional certification preferred: NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
- 8–10 years progressive health and safety experience
- At least 3–5 years in a leadership role in FMCG or beverage manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of South African health and safety legislation
- Experience in regulatory compliance and risk management
- Proven incident investigation and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to manage teams and develop functional capability
- Competence in data analysis and performance reporting
- Familiarity with EHS software platforms and management systems
Candidates must demonstrate strong technical credibility and leadership maturity.
Benefits
- Permanent employment with Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
- Leadership exposure in a global FMCG organisation
- Opportunity to influence national safety strategy
- Professional development and functional growth
- Experience with international standards and audits
- Career progression within Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa careers
Salary and detailed benefits were not disclosed by the employer, but the role offers strong long-term career value.
Important Notes
- Contract type: Permanent
- Management may use additional criteria for shortlisting
- Equity candidates will be given preference in line with the Equity Plan
- Screening and verification processes may apply
- Applications must meet minimum requirements to be considered
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Closing Thoughts
This Health and Safety Lead role is ideal for experienced professionals looking to shape safety culture at a national level. It offers responsibility, visibility, and long-term career growth in a respected FMCG environment.
- Work in a high-impact leadership role
- Drive compliance and culture across operations
- Build a strong career in health and safety management
How to Apply
To apply for this position, candidates must use Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa’s official application process. Ensure all information is accurate and complete before submission.
- Prepare an updated CV
- Attach relevant qualifications and certifications
- Submit your application through the official platform
- Follow all instructions provided by the employer
How to Apply Safely
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Closing Date
Closing date: 20 January 2026
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