Senior Food Permits Officer (Emirati)

My client, a Dubai government entity, is looking to hire a Senior Food Permits Officer (Emirati) to oversee food-related permits, approvals and accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with applicable food safety regulations and standards.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and approve permits and No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for food establishments.Approve food labelling, packaging and repackaging applications.Accredit food transportation vehicles, training providers and consultancy companies.Review permits for temporary food activities, events and promotional campaigns.Review and approve food establishment plans, including factories, hotels and catering companies.Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.Develop training plans and provide on-the-job training to Food Permits Officers.Monitor performance, analyse reports and recommend operational improvements.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Food Safety, Food Science, Food Processing or Public Health.2–4 years of relevant experience.Must be an EmiratiRequired CompetenciesKnowledge of federal and local food safety legislation.Knowledge of food regulations, standards and quality requirements.Food safety risk assessment.Strong communication and analytical skills.Innovation, creativity and customer focus.Excellence in execution.Job Grade: 12Interested candidates please apply to the job or reach out directly.NB: Due to the volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.