Senior Risk Control Officer Opportunity at RCL Foods – Randfontein, Gauteng

May 11, 2026 admin RCL 0

Job Title: Senior Risk Control Officer (RCL260505-2)
Location: Randfontein
Job Type: Permanent
Department: SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality)
Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Looking for senior safety and risk management jobs in South Africa? RCL Foods Careers is currently hiring a Senior Risk Control Officer for its Baking Division in Randfontein. This is a strategic role for experienced professionals in risk management, compliance, and safety systems.

If you have strong SHEQ experience and enjoy leading risk frameworks, audits, and compliance strategies, this role offers a high-level opportunity within one of South Africa’s leading FMCG companies.

About RCL Foods

RCL Foods is one of South Africa’s largest food manufacturers, producing a wide range of household brands in baking, grocery, and animal feed sectors. The company is known for innovation, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to safety and sustainability.

Working at RCL Foods means contributing to a purpose-driven organisation focused on “Growing What Matters.”

Senior Risk Control Officer Job Overview

The Senior Risk Control Officer is responsible for leading risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and implementing risk control systems across operations.

This role focuses on enterprise risk assessments, compliance enforcement, and continuous improvement of safety and risk practices.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Identification and Assessment

  • Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments
  • Evaluate complex operational risk scenarios
  • Review and validate risk registers
  • Facilitate risk workshops and training sessions
  • Develop advanced risk mitigation frameworks

Monitoring and Reporting

  • Oversee key risk indicator monitoring
  • Review risk reports for management and executives
  • Ensure timely escalation and resolution of risks
  • Lead internal audits and compliance reviews
  • Analyse trends and recommend strategic actions

Policy and Compliance

  • Develop and refine risk management policies
  • Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements
  • Lead compliance initiatives across operations
  • Enforce risk governance standards
  • Support legal compliance across the site

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage senior leadership on risk matters
  • Provide expert risk advisory support
  • Lead risk communication and awareness campaigns
  • Represent risk function in strategic projects
  • Build relationships with external regulatory bodies

Continuous Improvement

  • Drive innovation in risk control processes
  • Implement system enhancements for risk management
  • Benchmark practices against industry standards
  • Promote a strong risk-aware culture
  • Support new plant expansion and compliance activities

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates should have:

  • Degree or National Diploma in Safety Management or related field
  • NQF Level 6 Diploma or Advanced Certificate
  • Strong experience in SHEQ or risk management environments
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks
  • Experience in internal audits and risk assessments
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills

Core Competencies

Ideal candidates should demonstrate:

  • Strong risk management expertise
  • Analytical and strategic thinking
  • Leadership and decision-making ability
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Compliance and governance knowledge
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Why Work for RCL Foods?

  • Leadership role in a major FMCG organisation
  • Exposure to large-scale risk and compliance systems
  • Career growth in SHEQ and operational risk
  • Opportunity to influence safety strategy at enterprise level
  • Work within a purpose-driven organisation

POPIA Compliance

By applying for this position, you consent to your personal information being processed by RCL Foods for recruitment purposes in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

How to Apply

Apply via the official RCL Foods careers platform:

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Prepare the following:

  • Updated CV
  • Certified qualifications
  • ID copy
  • References from previous SHEQ/risk roles

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