QHSE Executive – Hypermarket

QHSE Executive wanted at a leading chain of Hypermarket and Grocery retailers in Dubai and Sharjah UAE with the following,

Location: Dubai & Sharjah, UAE
Industry: Hypermarket / Retail / FMCG

Job Responsibilities

Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) Compliance

• Implement, monitor, and maintain all QHSE policies, procedures, and standards across the hypermarket in alignment with UAE regulations and company policies.
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality, Sharjah Municipality, UAE Food Code, and other regulatory guidelines for food retail operations.
• Lead the implementation of HACCP, ISO 22000, and related food safety management systems.

Food Safety & Hygiene Management

• Conduct daily hygiene inspections covering fresh food sections, receiving areas, chillers, freezers, storage zones, and food handling areas.
• Monitor food temperature logs, expiry control, display conditions, and product rotation (FIFO/FEFO).
• Verify proper labelling, traceability, and documentation of all fresh and processed food products.
• Train staff on food handling, personal hygiene, cleaning protocols, and sanitation requirements.
• Inspect the store environment for safety hazards and ensure compliance with workplace HSE norms.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure safety of workers, customers, and contractors by enforcing PPE use, emergency preparedness, fire safety, and accident prevention practices.

Audit & Documentation

• Prepare for internal and external audits, including regulatory inspections, third-party audits, and corporate QHSE reviews.
• Maintain complete and accurate records such as hygiene checklists, pest control reports, waste management logs, incident reports, and training records.
• Perform supplier audits and evaluate the quality of incoming products during receiving.
• Monitor cleaning and sanitation schedules for all departments, including produce, meat, fish, bakery, and deli areas.
• Work closely with store managers, department heads, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and non-conformities.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance food quality, customer safety, and operational efficiency.

Pest Control & Waste Management

• Coordinate pest control services and ensure preventive measures are followed across all zones.
• Oversee waste segregation, safe disposal practices, and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Additional certifications in HACCP, ISO 22000, Food Safety Level 3/4 preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in QHSE, Food Safety, or Hygiene roles within hypermarkets, supermarkets, retail food chains, or catering environments in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Food Safety Laws, Dubai Municipality requirements, ESMA regulations, and local inspection procedures.
• Proficient in HACCP implementation, risk assessment, and QHSE documentation.
• Familiar with food storage conditions, temperature control, product handling, and retail food operations.
• Skilled in preparing audit reports, CAPA plans, SOPs, and hygiene manuals.
• Excellent communication and training skills to guide multicultural staff.
• Strong observation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stores within Dubai and Sharjah.
• Strong teamwork and coordination with operations, procurement, warehouse, and quality departments.