Food Quality Lab Officer - Microbiology & Chemistry

GMG Gulf; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,120 - 111,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and stability

Exposure to food safety and compliance

Contribution to quality food production

Job summary

GMG Gulf is seeking a Laboratory Officer to join its Farm Fresh division, situated in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on food quality assurance and involves operating laboratory instruments, conducting microbiological and chemical testing, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, alongside a minimum of 3-4 years of laboratory experience in the food industry. This position offers comprehensive exposure to quality standards and testing workflows within a thriving food production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years of laboratory experience in food production or FMCG operations.
• Strong knowledge of microbiological testing, chemical analysis, sample handling.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and calibrate laboratory instruments for food quality testing.
• Conduct microbiological and chemical analyses according to safety protocols.
• Report normal and abnormal findings to the Quality team promptly.

Skills

Food safety testing

Laboratory analysis

Microbiological testing

Chemical testing

Quality control

Quality assurance

Sample collection & management

Laboratory documentation

Test result reporting

Equipment calibration & maintenance

SAP & ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

GMG Gulf is seeking a Laboratory Officer to join its Farm Fresh division, situated in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on food quality assurance and involves operating laboratory instruments, conducting microbiological and chemical testing, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, alongside a minimum of 3-4 years of laboratory experience in the food industry. This position offers comprehensive exposure to quality standards and testing workflows within a thriving food production environment.