Full-time
Hiregulf
Food Safety Inspector Officer wanted at a leading authority of Food Safety in Dubai, UAE .To support its mission of ensuring safe, high-quality food for consumers across the emirate. This role is ideal for candidates interested in food inspection, public health safety, and regulatory compliance within the UAE food industry.
The selected candidate will be actively involved in food sampling, field inspections, compliance monitoring, and food risk evaluation, helping maintain strict food safety standards across local markets and imported food consignments.
Food Safety Officer- Responsibilities
Field Inspections & Sampling Activities
- Carry out routine and targeted food sampling inspections across retail outlets, warehouses, and import channels.
- Implement structured field plans to ensure systematic collection of food samples aligned with regulatory guidelines.
- Identify priority locations based on risk levels, product categories, and inspection schedules.
Food Safety Compliance Monitoring
- Evaluate sampled products to ensure compliance with UAE food laws, hygiene regulations, and safety standards.
- Record inspection findings and maintain accurate documentation for traceability and audit purposes.
- Ensure all activities adhere to approved food safety protocols and inspection procedures.
Food Alerts, Recalls & Risk Assessment
- Track and respond to food safety alerts, contamination risks, and product recalls from national and international authorities.
- Conduct on-ground verification and assess the impact and urgency of food safety incidents.
- Prepare detailed reports including risk analysis, findings, and recommended corrective measures.
Follow-Up & Enforcement
- Monitor implementation of corrective actions taken by food businesses following inspections or alerts.
- Support enforcement actions in line with UAE food safety legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Ensure non-compliance issues are addressed promptly to protect consumer health and safety.
Laboratory Coordination & Sample Handling
- Coordinate with certified laboratories for testing and analysis of food samples.
- Ensure proper labeling, storage, transportation, and preservation of samples to maintain integrity.
- Track testing timelines and ensure timely reporting of laboratory results.
Process Improvement & Reporting
- Contribute to enhancing inspection strategies, sampling methodologies, and risk-based approaches.
- Provide insights based on field data to improve food safety systems and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Education: Diploma in Chemical Sciences or Secondary School Certificate (Science preferred)
- Experience: No prior experience required (entry-level opportunity)
- Basic awareness of food hygiene, HACCP principles, and food safety regulations is an added advantage
- Strong observational, analytical, and reporting skills