Date: 24 Aug 2026
Location: QA
The Senior Food Safety And Hygiene Officer is responsible in managing the food and safety-associated regulations by conducting compliance audits, inspections, investigations and veri?cation reviews of food businesses. The role closely works with department managers to ensure ongoing compliance and audits, elevating of standards and appropriate training of personnel.
Conduct and ensure completion of food supplier audits (against the HACCP systems implemented) identifying corrective actions required and escalation of major concerns and ensure action there of as required
Provide support in fulfilling Authority objectives in accordance with the Branch work plan and ensure effective and efficient food safety services are provided
Facilitate in disseminating operational information and data as required informing operational objectives
Provide provision of quality technical information and advice on compliance issues
Ensure to fulfil Authority objectives by undertaking functions and activities in an effective and efficient manner in accordance with policies and procedures
Conduct investigations and initiate appropriate enforcement actions to a high service level, in a timely fashion, to comply with Food Authority policies and procedures.
Contribute in sourcing new suppliers and ensure all suppliers are visited regularly to evaluate their production in terms of
hygiene
Coordinate the ongoing development requirements of the department’s food safety program and compliance including carrying out internal audits
Nurture good working relationships both within and across departments under the food safety program.
Ensures that all registers and records and documentation relating to the role are properly maintained
Ensures that all registers and records and documentation relating to the role are properly maintained.
Work closely with other safety roles within the Company – assisting as required and develop a supportive relationship
Comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations, standards, and guidelines, such as Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and ISO 22000, to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Ability to conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses in food production and handling processes, identifying potential food safety hazards, assessing risks, and implementing control measures to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Knowledge of food hygiene principles, practices, and procedures, including personal hygiene, sanitation, cleaning, and disinfection methods, to maintain hygienic conditions throughout the food production chain.
Skill in conducting food safety audits and inspections of food establishments, production facilities, and supply chains, evaluating compliance with food safety standards, identifying deficiencies, and recommending corrective actions.
Experience in providing training, education, and guidance to food handlers, production staff, and management on food safety practices, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements to promote a culture of food safety and ensure compliance across the organization.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus
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