HSE Engineer Job – Food Manufacturing with Doha Foods in Egypt

Company: Al Doha Foods
Location: 10th of Ramadan City, Sharqia Governorate, Egypt
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Schedule: 6 Working Days per Week

Al Doha Foods, a leading name in the food manufacturing sector, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HSE Engineer – Food Manufacturing to join its growing operations team. This role is ideal for a safety professional passionate about workplace health, safety, and environmental excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As part of our continued commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and business sustainability across the MENAP region, the successful candidate will play a key role in implementing, maintaining, and improving Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems across our manufacturing operations.

About Al Doha Foods

Al Doha Foods is a well-established food manufacturing company recognized for quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. With a strong footprint across the MENAP region, the company places high importance on employee safety, environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Our organization fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and professional growth. We believe that strong HSE practices are essential to business continuity, productivity, and long-term success.

Position Overview

The HSE Engineer – Food Manufacturing will be responsible for supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of HSE Management Systems, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, and promoting a proactive safety culture across operations.

This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, participating in multiple projects, and contributing to productivity, innovation, and business continuity initiatives while maintaining the highest HSE standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. HSE Management Systems and Compliance

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of HSE Management Systems in line with company policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, including OSHA, EPA, DNREC, and local Egyptian HSE regulations applicable to food manufacturing operations.

• Conduct regular HSE inspections, audits, and assessments to identify gaps and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

• Maintain accurate HSE documentation, records, and reports in line with internal and external requirements.

2. Risk Assessment and Hazard Control

• Identify workplace hazards associated with food manufacturing processes, machinery, utilities, chemicals, and manual handling activities.

• Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessments, and Environmental Impact Assessments where required.

• Recommend practical and cost-effective control measures to eliminate or reduce risks.

• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented controls and ensure continuous improvement.

3. Incident Management and Investigation

• Support investigations into accidents, near misses, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions.

• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventive action plans.

• Track incident trends and provide data-driven recommendations to management.

• Ensure timely reporting of incidents in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

4. Training and Safety Awareness

• Assist in planning and delivering HSE training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.

• Promote safety awareness initiatives, toolbox talks, safety campaigns, and behavior-based safety programs.

• Support onboarding safety induction programs for new employees and contractors.

• Encourage active employee participation in HSE programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

5. Project and Innovation Support

• Participate and support HSE aspects of multiple projects, innovation initiatives, productivity improvements, and business continuity programs across the MENAP region.

• Proactively contribute creative solutions to complex HSE challenges within manufacturing operations.

• Ensure HSE requirements are integrated into project planning, execution, and commissioning stages.

• Provide timely HSE input to support operational efficiency without compromising safety standards.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, HR, and Supply Chain teams to embed HSE into daily operations.

• Participate in multifunctional teams to deliver agreed tasks and objectives within set timelines.

• Provide regular progress updates against deliverables and maintain clear communication with internal stakeholders.

7. Environmental and Sustainability Responsibilities

• Support environmental management initiatives related to waste management, water usage, emissions, and energy efficiency.

• Monitor environmental performance indicators and recommend improvement opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and reporting obligations.

• Promote sustainable practices aligned with the company’s environmental goals.

Education and Certifications

Required / Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

• Preference will be given to candidates with a background in:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Environmental Science

  • Occupational Health & Safety

  • Industrial or Manufacturing-related disciplines

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

• OSHA Certification

• EPA Certification

• DNREC-related training or compliance knowledge

• Any additional HSE, environmental, or manufacturing safety certifications will be considered an advantage

Experience Requirements

• 1–3 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably within:

  • Food manufacturing

  • FMCG

  • Manufacturing or operations environments

• Practical understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery safety, and known industry hazards.

• Experience supporting HSE audits, inspections, and compliance programs.

• Familiarity with operational risk management in a production environment.

Technical and Professional Skills

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and operations safety principles

• Understanding of HSE regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements

• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and propose improvement actions

• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset

• Excellent communication and reporting skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multifunctional team

• Good organizational and time-management skills

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to safety challenges

• Strong attention to detail

• High ethical standards and commitment to safety excellence

• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within a dynamic manufacturing environment

• Ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: 6 working days per week

• Work Location: 10th of Ramadan City, Sharqia

• Work Environment: Food manufacturing plant with exposure to production operations

• May require regular site inspections and coordination with operational teams

Why Join Al Doha Foods?

• Opportunity to work with a reputable food manufacturing organization

• Exposure to regional MENAP projects and initiatives

• Professional growth within a structured HSE environment

• Collaborative work culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement

• Chance to make a measurable impact on workplace safety and environmental performance

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV to:

[email protected]

Important:

• Please mention “HSE Engineer – Food Manufacturing” in the email subject line.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

Al Doha Foods is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified professionals to apply.