Job Purpose
To develop implement and maintain Quality Health Safety and Environmental QHSE standards across warehouse and logistics operations The QHSE Specialist ensures compliance with local regulations and company policies promotes a culture of safety and continuous improvement and supports operational teams in achieving high standards of workplace safety quality control and environmental responsibility
Main Job Responsibilities
QHSE Governance & Compliance
- Support the implementation of QHSE policies and procedures in line with company standards and regulatory requirements
- Assist in maintaining compliance with national and international QHSE standards e g ISO 9001 ISO 14001 ISO 45001 ISO 22000 FSSC
- Participate in internal audits inspections and compliance reviews ensuring timely follow-up on corrective actions
- Assist in incident investigations documenting findings and tracking preventive and corrective actions
Risk Management & Safety Culture
- Conduct routine safety inspections risk assessments and environmental checks across warehouse and logistics operations
- Promote safe working practices and support toolbox talks awareness sessions and HSE campaigns
- Assist in planning and conducting emergency drills and maintaining site emergency preparedness plans
- Record and report incidents near misses and unsafe acts ensuring proper root cause analysis is carried out
Quality Management
- Support the implementation of quality procedures and ensure adherence to operational SOPs
- Monitor product and service quality metrics and support improvement initiatives to address non-conformities
- Assist in managing customer or client complaints related to QHSE and support in corrective action follow-ups
Training & Awareness
- Coordinate and deliver basic QHSE induction and refresher training sessions for employees and contractors
- Promote awareness of QHSE standards through visual materials briefings and communication campaigns
- Support QHSE initiatives that drive engagement and continuous learning across teams
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Operations HR and Facilities teams to ensure QHSE standards are integrated into daily activities
- Provide on-site support during audits inspections and visits by regulatory authorities or external auditors
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain an incident-free compliant and quality-focused work environment
- Perform other job-related projects and or assignments that he/she might be asked to do by his/her direct supervisor manager for special assistance that are often not mentioned in this job description as they arise under specific circumstances
Education
Bachelor s degree in engineering or a related discipline in Quality Health and Safety
Required
- Certifications BRC SFDA or HACCP certification relevant to logistics or warehouse operations
- NEBOSH OSHA or an equivalent internationally recognized certification
- Strong progressive experience in QHSE leadership roles including multi-site or regional responsibilities
- Proven experience developing and implementing QHSE strategies within logistics warehousing or industrial operations
- Strong experience managing QHSE budgets audits inspections and cross-functional stakeholder engagement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Arabic language proficiency is an advantage
- Strong analytical research and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated success in achieving ISO certifications and maintaining compliance with national and international safety and environmental standards
Preferred
- Lead Auditor certification in ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001 or ISO 22000
- Additional certifications BRC SFDA or HACCP relevant to logistics or warehouse operations: Preferred
- NEBOSH OSHA or an equivalent internationally recognized certification: Preferred
- Lead Auditor certification in ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001 or ISO 22000: Preferred
- Strong progressive experience in QHSE leadership roles, including multi-site or regional responsibilities. (Required)
- Proven experience developing and implementing QHSE strategies within logistics, warehousing, or industrial operations. (Required)
- Strong experience managing QHSE budgets, audits, inspections, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. (Required)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Arabic language proficiency is an advantage. (Required / Preferred)
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. (Required)
- Demonstrated success in achieving ISO certifications and maintaining compliance with national and international safety and environmental standards. (Preferred)