Food Safety Regulatory Specialist

Job Title: Food Safety & Halal Compliance Specialist This role plays a vital part in delivering the Emirates 'Fly Better' experience, ensuring that all food and non-food functions meet globally recognized standards.Key Responsibilities: Schedule annual work programmes for assessing food safety & halal compliance audits of selected Emirates F&B partners globally.Conduct independent, fair, and thorough food safety and Halal audits at global Emirates F&B partners, adhering to internationally recognised principles of auditing.Develop and update the EK food safety and Halal compliance manuals.Provide updates on changes to global/country-specific legislation to key stakeholders.Ensure annual supplier completion and follow-up on corrective actions.Liaise with Legal, Customer Affairs, and Insurance on food safety-related cases.Identify supplier performance trends regarding food safety and Halal compliance.Develop and deliver technical training to stakeholders on food safety, GMPs, pest control, hygiene practices, preventative maintenance, and Halal compliance.Review, approve, and maintain ingredient declarations in the catering management system.Maintain the accuracy of all food safety and Halal documentation.Requirements: A Degree or Honours in Science, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Health, or related fields.Recognised Food Safety and Halal Internal or Lead Auditor Qualification.At least 5+ years of experience in conducting Food Safety and Quality Audits.Experience in Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, or Catering industries.Excellent English communication skills.Self-motivated with ability to travel internationally frequently.Benefits: Tax-free salary.Travel benefits.Healthcare.Leave.Transport.Life insurance.