Food Safety Inspector & Permits Specialist

Talents Tide; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Talents Tide is assisting a Dubai government entity in recruiting a Food Permits Officer. The role involves conducting comprehensive food safety inspections across various establishments and ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, and risk-based inspection practices. No prior experience is required for this Emirati-focused position, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field in food safety or public health.
• No prior experience required for this role.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of restaurants, markets, factories, catering businesses and other food establishments.
• Inspect imported and exported food products at entry points.
• Verify food safety compliance, hygiene standards and employee health requirements.
• Review food labels, safety documents and establishment records.
• Investigate complaints and identify food safety violations.
• Collect food samples for laboratory testing based on risk assessments.
• Inspect food transportation vehicles and monitor food handling practices.
• Record inspection findings, violations and penalties.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Food safety regulations

HACCP

ISO 22000

Food safety risk assessment

Inspection and reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Safety, Food Science, Food Processing, Public Health or Environmental Health

Job description

Talents Tide is assisting a Dubai government entity in recruiting a Food Permits Officer. The role involves conducting comprehensive food safety inspections across various establishments and ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, and risk-based inspection practices. No prior experience is required for this Emirati-focused position, and strong communication skills are essential.