Coca-Cola Kwanza (Tanzania) – SHEQ Systems Specialist (Mbeya)
Coca-Cola Kwanza (Tanzania), part of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), is inviting qualified professionals to apply for the position of SHEQ Systems Specialist based in Mbeya.
CCBA is the 8th largest authorised Coca-Cola bottler globally by revenue and the largest in Africa, accounting for over 40% of Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold on the continent by volume. The group operates in 14 African countries and serves more than 800,000 customers.
Position Details
- Job Title: SHEQ Systems Specialist – Mbeya
- Reference Number: CCB260227-7
- Job Category: Manufacturing
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location: Mbeya, Tanzania
- Reporting To: SHEQ Manager
- Closing Date: 06 March 2026
Role Purpose
The SHEQ Systems Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) systems, including internal and external audits, compliance monitoring, and corrective action management.
The role ensures full alignment with regulatory standards, Coca-Cola system requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. SHEQ System Management
- Implement, maintain, and enhance SHEQ systems and databases.
- Ensure system compliance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
2. Compliance and Certification
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and Coca-Cola standards.
- Maintain certifications aligned with relevant SHEQ standards.
- Monitor system integrity and governance requirements.
3. Audit Leadership
- Plan and coordinate internal and external audits.
- Lead audit processes and manage corrective action plans.
- Close non-conformance findings within defined timelines.
4. New Product Development and Commercialisation
- Oversee SHEQ integration during new product implementation.
- Identify and mitigate operational and compliance risks.
- Ensure seamless plant-level execution of new products.
5. Training and Capability Building
- Develop and deliver SHEQ-related training programs.
- Embed compliance culture across the manufacturing site.
- Strengthen site-wide understanding of quality and environmental standards.
6. Reporting and Monitoring
- Compile and present SHEQ performance reports.
- Track risk registers and compliance logs.
- Provide insights to senior leadership on system performance.
Qualifications and Education
- Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in Environmental Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Food Technology, or related field.
- SHEQ system training and/or Lead Auditor certification will be an added advantage.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a SHEQ information management role within the bottling or food industry.
- Strong background in Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
- Proven experience coordinating audits and maintaining certifications.
- Exposure to new product implementation and risk mitigation.
- Experience engaging with auditors, customers, and suppliers.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Expertise in planning and leading internal and external audits.
- Strong risk assessment and corrective action management skills.
- High attention to detail in identifying and resolving non-conformances.
- Ability to design and deliver technical training.
- Strong facilitation and knowledge transfer capabilities.
- Effective cross-functional communication and influencing skills.
- Analytical mindset with structured problem-solving ability.
- Resilience under pressure and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong ethical standards and accountability in compliance management.
Additional Information
- Preference will be given to equity candidates.
- The advertisement outlines minimum requirements.
- Management reserves the right to apply additional shortlisting criteria.
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before 06 March 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
