Risk Controller

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in the Risk department. We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience for the Risk Controller position, which is based in Midrand, Central Office.

Functional Capabilities

• Risk Management & Control
• Security & Fraud Prevention
• Insurance & Claims Management
• Legal & Regulatory Compliance
• Fire & Explosion Protection
• Local Distribution Partner (LDP) Risk Oversight
• Stakeholder & Authority Engagement
• Fleet related incident investigation

Key Outcomes

• Risk Management: Coach, guide, and facilitate the execution of the company’s Risk Management and control strategy to minimize risks, losses, and exposures. Provide professional expertise in risk management, forensic audits, security, occupational health, safety, environmental compliance, and insurance adherence. Coordinate continuous improvement of risk management processes and ensure loss trends are communicated with actionable recommendations.
• Security Management, Fraud, and Stock Loss Investigations: Ensure physical, electronic, and guarding security measures are adequate and monitored through contracted service providers. Maintain and audit a detailed site security manual to ensure compliance with security standards. Limit fraud risk exposure through RACM audits, policy enforcement, awareness campaigns, and governance support. Support ethics and compliance investigations across the business chain.
• Insurance Management: Assess risks for corporate events and monitor insurance claims to reduce costs, losses, and liability exposure. Investigate specific claims to minimize exposure and protect the company’s insurance cover. Implement recommendations to improve risk control measures, reduce claims, and optimize insurance costs.
• Legal Compliance: Monitor and communicate legal responsibilities. Ensure site standards, documentation, and operational procedures are compliant with relevant legislation.
• Fire and Explosion Protection: Ensure fire and explosion risks are minimized through regular maintenance, emergency planning, and employee training. Maintain fire protection equipment, emergency plans, and compliance certifications, including ASIB certification and LPG installation safety.
• Contractors and LDP Management: Conduct security and hazard assessments for Local Distribution Partners (LDPs) and oversee risk mitigation measures.

Education

National Diploma in Risk Management or equivalent.

Experience

3–5 years of practical risk management experience in an industrial or FMCG environment.

Demonstrable experience in Insurance management, Security, Fraud Investigation, Fire/Explosion Risk Management, and Legal Compliance, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management .

Willingness to travel extensively and a valid Code B driver’s license.

Skills

Risk Management Expertise – Ability to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor operational, financial, and reputational risks.

Occupational Health & Safety Knowledge – In-depth understanding of OHS legislation, NOSA standards, hazard identification, and risk mitigation strategies.

Security and Fraud Management – Skills in physical and electronic security, fraud investigation, RACM audits, and loss prevention.

Insurance and Claims Management – Knowledge of corporate insurance policies, claims investigation, cost reduction strategies, and liability management.

Fire and Explosion Protection – Understanding of fire safety, LPG/diesel risk management, emergency planning, and compliance with ASIB and other certifications.

Legal and Regulatory Compliance – Strong grasp of relevant legislation (OHS Act, COID Act, Hazardous Substances, Road Traffic Act, etc.) and ability to implement compliance measures.

Audit and Investigation Skills – Capability to conduct internal audits, forensic investigations, and prepare reports for disciplinary or legal purposes.