Position Overview<\/p>\n
\tThe Compliance Officer ensures that all farm operations comply with local laws, company policies, and international certification standards, including GLOBALG.A.P, SMETA, LEAF Marque, and Rainforest Alliance. The role works closely with the HR Department, Health & Safety Supervisor, and all field and production teams to enforce compliance, maintain audit readiness, and support a culture of safety, quality, and operational integrity.<\/p>\n
Key Roles and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Regulatory & Certification Compliance<\/p>\n
\tEnsure full compliance with all applicable regulations, labor laws, and certification standards.
\n\tConduct regular internal audits and inspections to verify adherence across field, pack house, and office operations.
\n\tIdentify compliance gaps, risks, and non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions.<\/p>\n
Policy, Procedures & Protocol Enforcement<\/p>\n
\tDevelop, review, and maintain compliance-related policies, procedures, and SOPs.
\n\tEnsure employees understand and adhere to company compliance protocols and best practices.
\n\tCollaborate with HR and supervisors to enforce rules, discipline, and grievance management related to compliance.<\/p>\n
Audit Readiness<\/p>\n
\tMaintain the farm\u2019s continuous audit readiness.
\n\tPrepare, review, and ensure accuracy of all required compliance documentation for internal and external audits.
\n\tSupport the Farm Operations Manager during certification and client audits and track closure of audit findings.<\/p>\n
Training & Awareness<\/p>\n
\tConduct regular toolbox talks, workshops, and training sessions on compliance, health, safety, and environmental standards.
\n\tPromote a culture of accountability, safety, and compliance among all employees.<\/p>\n
Reporting & Risk Management<\/p>\n
\tMaintain accurate compliance records and reports.
\n\tTrack, report, and ensure timely resolution of compliance incidents and corrective actions.
\n\tProvide regular compliance performance updates to the Farm Operations Manager.<\/p>\n
Collaboration<\/p>\n
\tWork closely with the HR Department to support employee-training, discipline, and grievance processes related to compliance.
\n\tCoordinate with the Health & Safety Supervisor to ensure occupational safety compliance.
\n\tEngage with all teams across field operations, pack house, and office to embed a culture of compliance.<\/p>\n
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)<\/p>\n
Compliance & Audit<\/p>\n
\t100% adherence to regulatory and certification requirements.
\n\tZero major non-conformities during internal or external audits.
\n\tTimely closure of all audit findings (\u226414 days).<\/p>\n
Training & Awareness<\/p>\n
\t100% completion of scheduled compliance and safety training.
\n\t\u226590% knowledge retention among employees as measured by assessments.<\/p>\n
Monitoring & Reporting<\/p>\n
\tAccurate and timely submission of compliance reports.
\n\tAll compliance incidents recorded, tracked, and resolved.<\/p>\n
Risk Management<\/p>\n
\tProactive identification and mitigation of \u226595% of potential compliance risks.<\/p>\n
Cross-Departmental Collaboration<\/p>\n
\tEffective coordination with HR, Health & Safety, and field teams to ensure compliance corrective actions are implemented.<\/p>\n
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: thomas@evergreenavocados.net using the position as subject of email.<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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