Food Safety Officer jobs in United Arab Emirates

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

1. Act as Designated Person (DP) to ensure the effective implementation of the safety management system (SMS).
2. Communicate and implement the safety environmental protection policy.
3. Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain best business practices.
4. Evaluate and review the effectiveness of the SMS.
5. Report and analyze non-conformities, incidents, and hazardous occurrences.
6. Participate in monitoring the effectiveness of Marine Units audits and inspections.
7. Revise the SMS, Ship Security Plan (SSP), and Waste Management procedures to ensure adequate resources and shore-based support.
8. Ensure all fleet crew members comply with the STCW convention and verify crew certificates.
9. Maintain ISM and ISPS certifications.
10. Keep fleet classification and flag administration certificates valid.
11. Ensure seafarers meet work requirements, including age, medical, and training certificates.
12. Verify employee conditions such as wages, working hours, rest, and leave in accordance with MLC requirements.
13. Ensure seafarers’ accommodation, leisure facilities, and onboard catering standards meet MLC standards.
14. Monitor all safety and pollution prevention activities during operations of each Marine Unit.
15. Close out all non-conformities identified through audits, reviews, inspections, and compliance verifications.
16. Promote awareness of HSEQ policies and procedures to ensure compliance with ISM Code, ISO standards, and legislation.

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Lead Auditor Certifications: ISO 45001, EMS 14001 (Mandatory).
• Designated Person Ashore (DPA) (Preferred).
• ISO 19011: Maritime Lead Auditor for ISM, ISPS, MLC (Mandatory).
• Certificate of Marine Risk Management (Preferred).
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
• Proficiency in English and at least 8 years of experience in the Dredging and Reclamation industries.