Food Safety Officer

Usmfm; Doha; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company in Doha is hiring for a position that involves overseeing maintenance tasks and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in food safety inspections, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to enforce national and local food safety legislation. This role requires conducting inspections, responding to urgent operational issues, and preparing detailed reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in food safety inspections.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and procedures.
• Strong ability to conduct inspections and prepare reports.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule maintenance tasks effectively.
• Conduct inspections of food establishments and compliance monitoring.
• Respond to urgent issues to ensure optimal facility performance.
• Provide guidance on sanitation and hygiene practices.
• Monitor labeling, packaging, and food handling procedures to ensure accuracy and hygiene.
• Provide guidance and training to food business operators on sanitation, hygiene, and safe food practices.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, compliance notices, and legal documentation where necessary.
• Coordinate with laboratories, public health authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Stay updated on current food safety laws, emerging hazards, and best practices.
• Certification or training in food safety management systems (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) is an asset.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Report writing

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Education

Certification in food safety management systems (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000)

Job description

where your talent meets innovation in facility management.

Manages and schedules maintenance tasks, supervises the maintenance team, and ensures all equipment and systems are functioning properly. Oversees repairs, preventive maintenance, and responds to urgent issues to maintain optimal facility performance.

Job Overview:

Manages and schedules maintenance tasks, supervises the maintenance team, and ensures all equipment and systems are functioning properly. Oversees repairs, preventive maintenance, and responds to urgent issues to maintain optimal facility performance.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Conduct inspections of food establishments, manufacturing plants, storage facilities, and distribution centers.
• Collect food, water, and environmental samples for laboratory testing.
• Enforce compliance with national and local food safety regulations (e.g., FSSAI, HACCP, ISO 22000, FDA standards).
• Investigate complaints and incidents related to foodborne illness, contamination, or adulteration.
• Monitor labeling, packaging, and food handling procedures to ensure accuracy and hygiene.
• Provide guidance and training to food business operators on sanitation, hygiene, and safe food practices.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, compliance notices, and legal documentation where necessary.
• Coordinate with laboratories, public health authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Stay updated on current food safety laws, emerging hazards, and best practices.
• Certification or training in food safety management systems (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) is an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation, inspection procedures, and quality management systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a regulatory team.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the field is a Must