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A leading fresh juice manufacturer in Dubai is seeking a qualified Microbiologist to support laboratory operations, food safety, and quality assurance. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in microbiological testing, laboratory management, and food safety systems within the FMCG, beverage, or fresh produce industry.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and the development of an in-house microbiology laboratory while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and quality.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, water, and environmental samples.
- Perform routine microbiological analysis to verify product safety and quality.
- Identify potential microbial contamination risks and recommend preventive and corrective actions.
- Develop, establish, and maintain a fully operational in-house microbiology laboratory.
- Validate laboratory testing methods and ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Prepare accurate microbiological reports, records, and documentation.
- Perform internal quality audits and support external food safety and regulatory audits.
- Train production and quality staff on hygiene practices, microbiological sampling techniques, and laboratory protocols.
- Monitor environmental hygiene and sanitation programs throughout the facility.
- Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality (DM) food safety regulations and international food safety standards.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System requirements.
- Assist in root cause analysis of microbiological deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Work closely with Quality Assurance, Production, and Food Safety teams to maintain product integrity.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Microbiology or a related Life Science discipline.
- 2–4 years of microbiology experience in the FMCG, food manufacturing, beverage, dairy, or fresh produce industry.
- Hands-on experience in establishing and developing an in-house microbiology laboratory.
- Strong knowledge of microbiological testing methods, laboratory quality systems, and food safety practices.
- Good understanding of Dubai Municipality food safety regulations and UAE food legislation.
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, GHP, and food hygiene principles.
- Experience with laboratory documentation, quality control procedures, and audit preparation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Must be based in Dubai or willing to relocate.
Microbiologist – Qualifications
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System certification.
- Additional training in food microbiology, laboratory quality management, or food safety auditing.
- Experience with environmental monitoring programs and laboratory accreditation processes.
Skills for Microbiologist – Dubai
- Food Microbiology
- Microbiological Testing
- Laboratory Management
- Food Safety
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Environmental Monitoring
- HACCP
- GMP
- GHP
- ISO 22000
- Dubai Municipality Regulations
- Root Cause Analysis
- CAPA
- Laboratory Documentation
- Internal Auditing
- Food Manufacturing
- Fresh Produce
- Beverage Industry
- FMCG
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