A food manufacturing company at Kezad (Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi) is hiring a specialised QC Food Microbiologist — an expert-level quality assurance role responsible for routine and specialised microbiological testing of food, raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples. The role requires a minimum of 4 years of Quality & Food Safety experience including at least 2 years of hands-on microbiological laboratory analysis, strong knowledge of HACCP and ISO 22000, and proficiency in microbiological testing techniques including plate count, ATP, and microscopy. Apply by emailing your CV to hr@redplanet.ae with the subject line “QC Food Microbiologist”.
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About the Role — QC Food Microbiologist Kezad Abu Dhabi
Location: Kezad — Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi — one of the UAE’s most important industrial and food manufacturing hubs
Testing Scope: Food products, raw materials, finished goods, and environmental samples — routine and specialised microbiological analysis
Techniques: Plate count methods, ATP testing, microscopy, and other standard microbiological laboratory procedures
Standards: HACCP plans, ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System, UAE food safety regulations
Cross-Functional: Close collaboration with QC, Production, R&D, and Food Safety teams — plus audit and crisis management support
Career Opportunity & Why Kezad Abu Dhabi Food Safety
Strategic Location: Kezad — Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Economic Zones — a world-class industrial and food manufacturing zone with global market access
Scientific Leadership: Senior QC microbiologist role with HACCP development, trend analysis, and training responsibilities
Regulatory Expertise: Build deep UAE food safety regulatory knowledge — one of the most valuable credentials in the GCC food industry
Career Impact: Direct food safety and public health protection role — meaningful, professionally significant work with daily real-world consequences
Position Overview
The QC Food Microbiologist at Kezad, Abu Dhabi is a technically expert quality control role spanning the full spectrum of food microbiological safety — from routine plate count analysis and ATP testing through to HACCP plan development, environmental monitoring, trend analysis, corrective action recommendations, audit support, product recall assistance, and production team training. You will work closely with QC, Production, R&D, and Food Safety teams to resolve microbiological challenges, maintain accurate laboratory records, ensure UAE food safety regulatory compliance, and uphold laboratory health and safety standards. With a minimum of 4 years of Quality & Food Safety experience and 2 years of specialised microbiological laboratory experience, this is a senior scientific role that demands both technical depth and cross-functional communication capability.
Why This Role Matters: As QC Food Microbiologist at Kezad, your microbiological analysis is the scientific defence between hazardous food safety failures and the consumers who trust that every product leaving this facility is safe to eat. Your plate count results determine whether a production batch is released or held. Your HACCP plan updates protect the facility against microbial contamination risks that, if not controlled, can cause illness, product recalls, and serious regulatory consequences. Your environmental swabbing and monitoring programmes keep contamination threats visible and manageable before they become emergencies. And your training of production staff on hygiene and sanitation creates the food safety culture that ensures your laboratory controls are matched by consistent good practice on the production floor every single day.
Key Responsibilities
Routine & Specialised Microbiological Testing
- Conduct routine and specialised microbiological testing of food products, raw materials, finished goods, and environmental samples — using validated standard methods applicable to the facility’s product categories and regulatory requirements
- Perform microbiological analysis using plate count methods, ATP bioluminescence testing, microscopy, and other laboratory techniques — applying each method correctly and consistently to generate reliable, defensible analytical results
- Monitor microbiological risks across the facility’s production environment — including product, raw material, water, surface, and air sampling programmes — identifying emerging risk patterns before they develop into food safety incidents
- Ensure all microbiological testing is conducted in strict compliance with relevant UAE food safety regulations, ISO 22000 requirements, and the facility’s internal quality management system procedures
HACCP Plan Management & Food Safety Controls
- Develop, review, and update HACCP plans — ensuring all identified biological hazards are accurately documented, critical control points are correctly defined, and monitoring, corrective action, and verification procedures are current and effective
- Support the implementation of food safety controls — translating HACCP plan requirements into practical, operational food safety monitoring activities that are consistently applied across production
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in food safety — identifying opportunities to strengthen microbiological controls, reduce contamination risks, and improve the overall effectiveness of the food safety management system
- Ensure compliance with ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System requirements — contributing to the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the facility’s food safety management framework
Data Analysis, Trend Identification & Corrective Actions
- Analyse microbiological data systematically — identifying statistical trends, seasonal patterns, and emerging contamination risks that may not be apparent from individual result reviews
- Recommend corrective and preventive actions based on data analysis — providing the QC, Production, and Food Safety teams with evidence-based, actionable recommendations that address root causes rather than surface symptoms
- Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organised laboratory records, test reports, and corrective action documentation — ensuring all records are retrievable, audit-ready, and maintained in compliance with ISO 22000 documentation requirements
- Prepare microbiological performance reports and trend analysis summaries for management — providing clear, structured insights that support informed food safety decision-making at all levels of the organisation
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Team Support
- Work closely with QC, Production, R&D, and Food Safety teams to investigate and resolve microbiological issues — applying scientific expertise and collaborative problem-solving to find practical, sustainable solutions
- Support internal and external food safety audits — preparing microbiological testing records, trend reports, corrective action evidence, and HACCP documentation to a consistently audit-ready standard
- Support product recall activities and crisis management processes — providing rapid microbiological investigation, root cause analysis, and scientific support when food safety incidents require urgent management response
- Provide structured training to production teams on hygiene practices, sanitation procedures, and microbiological control measures — building food safety knowledge and behavioural compliance across the operational workforce
Laboratory Safety & UAE Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable UAE food safety regulations and standards — maintaining current knowledge of relevant food safety legislation, regulatory guidance, and authority inspection requirements
- Maintain a safe working environment within the microbiological laboratory — implementing and adhering to laboratory health and safety procedures, biosafety protocols, and waste disposal requirements
- Support broader HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) initiatives across the facility — contributing to a workplace culture where safety is embedded in every scientific and operational activity
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Microbiology, or a closely related scientific discipline — required as the foundational qualification for this QC Food Microbiologist position
- Additional certifications in food safety management (HACCP, ISO 22000 Internal Auditor, FSSC 22000) are a meaningful professional advantage for this senior quality role
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of relevant Quality & Food Safety experience — demonstrating progressive responsibility in food quality assurance, food safety management, and regulatory compliance
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on microbiological laboratory experience — with direct daily use of plate count, ATP, microscopy, and other microbiological analytical techniques in a food manufacturing context
- Experience developing, reviewing, or implementing HACCP plans in a food manufacturing environment — essential for the HACCP management responsibilities of this role
Technical Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of microbiological testing techniques and laboratory procedures — including plate count methods (TPC, coliform, yeast and mould, pathogen testing), ATP testing, microscopy, and environmental sampling
- Very good knowledge of HACCP and ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems — applied practically in food manufacturing quality and safety management roles
- Knowledge of UAE food safety standards and regulatory requirements — including familiarity with UAE food authority inspection processes and compliance expectations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills — able to interpret complex microbiological data, identify trends, and recommend evidence-based corrective actions
- Good computer skills — for laboratory data management, report preparation, and trend analysis using standard office and laboratory software tools
About Kezad — Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi
Kezad (Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi) is one of the UAE’s most strategically important industrial and manufacturing hubs — providing world-class infrastructure, global connectivity, and a business-friendly regulatory environment that attracts leading food, logistics, pharmaceutical, and industrial companies to Abu Dhabi. With direct access to major shipping lanes, Khalifa Port, and Abu Dhabi’s growing food manufacturing ecosystem, Kezad is a premium location for food safety professionals who want to work within internationally competitive, highly regulated manufacturing environments. The QC Food Microbiologist role at Kezad represents a genuinely significant career opportunity for a food safety specialist who wants to apply their technical expertise in one of Abu Dhabi’s most ambitious industrial zones in 2026. Apply to hr@redplanet.ae with subject: “QC Food Microbiologist”.
Career Excellence: Join the team at Kezad Abu Dhabi as QC Food Microbiologist — protecting food safety through expert microbiological testing, HACCP management, and ISO 22000-aligned food safety science in one of the UAE’s most important food manufacturing environments.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Microbiologists in UAE with HACCP Experience: With 4+ years of food quality and safety experience, including 2+ years of hands-on microbiological laboratory work — and strong HACCP / ISO 22000 knowledge
- Microbiology Graduates with UAE Food Industry Experience: With a BSc in Microbiology or Food Technology and direct experience in plate count, ATP, and environmental monitoring in a UAE or GCC food manufacturing environment
- QC Specialists with Microbiological Laboratory Background: Who combine analytical precision with cross-functional communication skills and the ability to train production teams, support audits, and contribute to HACCP plan development
- ISO 22000 or HACCP Certified Microbiologists: With professional food safety management system credentials and a track record of data-driven corrective action implementation in a food production facility
- Environmental Monitoring and Food Safety Auditors: With pathogen testing, environmental swabbing, and audit support experience — ready for a senior microbiologist position in Abu Dhabi’s Kezad industrial zone
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