An urgent requirement is open for a Food Safety Coordinator in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will develop and implement safety programs, maintain HACCP and GMP compliance, conduct audits, train staff on food hygiene, monitor quality control processes, and manage all regulatory documentation. Transferable Iqama required. Can join immediately.
About This Opportunity
Hiring Status: Urgent — Immediate Joining Required
Industry: Food Manufacturing / Quality Assurance / Food Safety
Location: Khobar, Eastern Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Compliance Frameworks: HACCP, GMP, PCQI, Regulatory Audits
Contract: Full-Time Permanent with comprehensive benefits package
Salary & Benefits Package
Basic Salary: SR 4,000 per month
Food: Free meals provided
Medical Insurance: Fully covered by company
Accommodation & Transportation: Provided by company
Annual Leave: 42 days paid leave after 2 years, with return plane ticket
Position Overview
This Food Safety Coordinator role is an urgent full-time position based in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing workplace safety programs, conducting safety inspections, audits and investigations, identifying hazards, and creating action plans to eliminate risks. You will maintain HACCP, GMP, and other regulatory frameworks while driving a strong food safety culture across the organization.
Why This Role Matters: As a Food Safety Coordinator in Saudi Arabia’s growing food manufacturing sector, you will lead HACCP and GMP compliance, protect consumer health across the supply chain, manage third-party audits and health inspections, train teams on food hygiene and cross-contamination prevention, and build your career in one of the most in-demand food safety roles in the GCC region.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Programs & Hazard Prevention
- Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses in food manufacturing environments
- Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and investigations to identify workplace hazards
- Create and execute action plans to mitigate or fully eliminate identified risks
- Maintain a proactive food safety culture across all operational departments
Compliance & Regulatory Audits
- Maintain, implement, and continuously improve HACCP, GMP, and other applicable regulatory frameworks
- Schedule, coordinate, and host third-party audits and health department inspections
- Ensure full compliance with Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) and international food safety standards
- Monitor regulatory updates and integrate new requirements into existing food safety systems
Staff Training & Food Hygiene Education
- Educate and train employees on proper personal hygiene practices and safe food preparation techniques
- Conduct cross-contamination prevention training programs across all production teams
- Develop training materials and conduct regular refresher sessions to maintain compliance awareness
- Build a knowledge-driven food safety workforce aligned with international best practices
Quality Control & Monitoring
- Monitor product flow throughout the production line to identify and eliminate potential contamination risks
- Oversee temperature logs, sanitation schedules, and pest control reports to ensure compliance
- Conduct internal quality assessments and report findings to management with corrective action plans
- Maintain product quality standards from raw material intake through to final product distribution
Documentation & Record-Keeping
- Manage comprehensive record-keeping systems for regulatory agencies and internal quality metrics
- Maintain documentation protocols for product recalls, corrective actions, and safety incidents
- Prepare and submit accurate reports for health department inspections and third-party food safety audits
- Ensure all ISO documentation and food safety records are up-to-date and audit-ready at all times
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- 2–5 years of hands-on experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance, or food industry operations
- Proven track record of managing HACCP, GMP, and food safety compliance programs
- Prior experience coordinating third-party audits and regulatory inspections is highly valued
Certifications & Legal Requirements
- PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification is frequently required or strongly preferred
- Transferable Iqama — must be valid and not expired
- Ability to join immediately upon offer acceptance
Essential Skills
- Strong working knowledge of HACCP principles, GMP standards, and food safety legislation
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for hazard identification and risk assessment
- Strong communication skills for training delivery and cross-departmental collaboration
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and documentation management abilities
How to Apply
Email your CV: reyllamas731@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +966 532 240 480
Mention Job Reference: JOBF103 — Food Safety Coordinator
About This Food Safety Role in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s food manufacturing and processing industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the GCC, with increasing demand for certified Food Safety Coordinators who can manage HACCP systems, GMP compliance, and regulatory audits. This urgent opening in Khobar, Eastern Province offers a competitive salary of SR 4,000 with free accommodation, transportation, food, and medical insurance — making it one of the most attractive food safety packages available in the Kingdom right now.
Career Growth: Build your food safety career with a well-established company offering full benefits, paid leave with flight tickets, and a professional environment aligned with global food safety standards.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Safety Professionals: With 2–5 years of HACCP and GMP experience in food manufacturing
- Quality Assurance Officers: Seeking a food safety coordination role in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province
- PCQI Certified Individuals: Ready to apply their preventive controls expertise in a full-time role
- Food Manufacturing Supervisors: Looking to transition into a dedicated food safety compliance position
- Expatriate Professionals: Holding transferable Iqama and available to join immediately
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