Technical Trainer Opportunity at RCL Foods – Spartan, Gauteng

May 11, 2026 admin RCL 0

Job Title: Technical Trainer (RCL260504-1)
Location: Spartan
Job Type: Permanent
Department: SHEQ (Baking Division)
Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Looking for training and technical development jobs in South Africa? RCL Foods Careers is hiring a Technical Trainer for its Baking Division based in Spartan, Gauteng. This role is ideal for experienced food industry professionals who are passionate about employee development, food safety, and operational excellence.

If you have strong FMCG experience and enjoy training teams on compliance, quality, and safety systems, this is a high-impact opportunity.

About RCL Foods

RCL Foods is a leading South African FMCG company operating in baking, milling, and food production. The organisation is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, compliance, and workforce development.

Their purpose, “Grow What Matters,” reflects their commitment to people, performance, and continuous improvement.

Technical Trainer Job Overview

The Technical Trainer is responsible for ensuring employees are fully competent in food safety, quality, legal compliance, and operational procedures.

This role involves designing training programmes, delivering workshops, and supporting compliance with ISO and FSSC 22000 standards across multiple baking plants.

Key Responsibilities

Training Needs Analysis

  • Conduct training needs assessments with managers and supervisors
  • Identify skills gaps in safety, quality, and food safety compliance
  • Recommend targeted training solutions aligned with business needs

Training Design & Delivery

  • Develop and update training materials, SOPs, and manuals
  • Deliver induction and refresher training programs
  • Implement blended learning (classroom, e-learning, on-the-job training)
  • Facilitate operational systems training

Compliance & Safety Training

  • Train employees on food safety, occupational health & safety, and transport compliance
  • Support implementation of food safety systems and customer requirements
  • Ensure training records meet audit and legal standards
  • Support ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 training initiatives

Performance & Evaluation

  • Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments and feedback
  • Report on training outcomes and improvements
  • Maintain accurate training records and documentation

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work with HR, operations managers, and supervisors
  • Support leadership development and coaching
  • Liaise with external training providers when needed

Quality & Food Safety (QFS)

  • Assist with customer complaint investigations
  • Conduct internal and inter-site audits (FSSC 22000 & customer requirements)
  • Support non-conformance closure and corrective actions
  • Conduct quarterly mock recalls
  • Participate as a food safety team member
  • Assist with management review reporting

Minimum Requirements

Candidates should have:

  • Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Environmental Health, or Analytical Chemistry
  • 3–5 years’ experience in FMCG or food manufacturing environment
  • Training experience (advantageous)
  • ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 management experience (advantageous)
  • Strong computer literacy (Excel, Word, Email)
  • Willingness to work across multiple plant environments

Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to work in hot, cold, and ambient conditions
  • Exposure to flour dust environments
  • Exposure to allergens (wheat, gluten, eggs, milk, soya, nuts)
  • Willingness to travel between production plants

Core Competencies

  • Training and facilitation skills
  • Strong communication ability
  • Attention to detail
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Compliance and auditing awareness
  • Organisational skills
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Stakeholder engagement

Why Work for RCL Foods?

  • Opportunity to shape workforce capability in a leading FMCG company
  • Exposure to national food safety and compliance systems
  • Career growth in training, SHEQ, and technical development
  • Work across multiple production environments
  • Strong focus on learning, safety, and continuous improvement

POPIA Compliance

By applying, you consent to RCL Foods processing your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

How to Apply

Apply via the official RCL Foods careers portal:

Apply for Technical Trainer at RCL Foods

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Prepare the following:

  • Updated CV
  • Certified qualifications
  • ID copy
  • References from FMCG or training roles

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