Food Safety Microbiology Specialist

Catrion; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Catrion Catering Holding is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Specialist in Jeddah to perform HACCP-based testing and support research and development activities. You will conduct precise laboratory analyses, manage samples, and ensure ISO 17025 compliance across all experiments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or microbiology, strong communication, and rigorous laboratory skills. It offers full-time employment within a food services group focused on catering and facilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or microbiology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good time management and PC proficiency.
• Solid scientific and laboratory skills.
• Experience with laboratory testing and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests to support HACCP evaluation and investigations.
• Carry out routine tasks following strict methodologies to perform analyses.
• Record and send results after approval from lab management.
• Prepare and analyze samples (ready-to-eat food, raw materials, water).
• Design and execute testing per standard procedures and ISO 17025 requirements.
• Conduct experiments to verify hypotheses using scientific methods.
• Organize and store chemicals, media, and glassware safely.
• Record data in forms; ensure accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering supplies.
• Ensure safety guidelines are followed and maintain a clean environment.
• Prepare Hygiene Complaints investigation reports.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

PC knowledge

Scientific knowledge

Laboratory skills

Analytical ability

GC-MS

IC

HPLC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or microbiology

Tools

GC-MS

IC

HPLC

Job description

Catrion Catering Holding is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Specialist in Jeddah to perform HACCP-based testing and support research and development activities. You will conduct precise laboratory analyses, manage samples, and ensure ISO 17025 compliance across all experiments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or microbiology, strong communication, and rigorous laboratory skills. It offers full-time employment within a food services group focused on catering and facilities