JOB PURPOSE
Lead the QHSE function at NCMP so that every product released meets food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade requirements, every site is safe and environmentally compliant, and the business is always audit-ready. The role sets the QHSE strategy, owns all certifications and regulatory relationships, and builds a quality and safety culture across production, maintenance, warehousing and the supply chain.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. QHSE strategy and management system
- Set and deliver the NCMP QHSE strategy, policy and annual plan, aligned with Group direction.
- Own the integrated management system (quality, food safety, GMP, environment, occupational health and safety) and its document control.
- Chair the management review and report QHSE performance to the General Manager and Group.
2. Food safety and food-grade quality
- Maintain HACCP / food safety plans, prerequisite programs and food defense / food fraud plans for all lines.
- Keep FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 and customer-required schemes (BRCGS, IFS, Halal, Kosher) certified and audit-ready.
- Control allergens, foreign matter, pest management, hygiene and sanitation standards.
3. Pharmaceutical GMP (pharma-grade products and excipients)
- Apply GMP for pharmaceutical-grade products in line with ICH Q7 / Q9 / Q10, EXCiPACT / IPEC-PQG and WHO / EU GMP requirements.
- Own validation and qualification (process, cleaning, equipment, utilities), change control, deviations and CAPA.
- Ensure products meet pharmacopeia specifications (USP / EP / BP) and approve batch release through Quality.
4. Quality control and laboratory
- Lead raw material, in-process and finished product testing, stability programs and out-of-specification investigations.
- Maintain laboratory competence in line with ISO/IEC 17025 practices and data integrity (ALCOA+).
5. Health, safety and environment
- Lead ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems: risk assessment, permit-to-work, process safety, dust explosion (ATEX) controls and emergency preparedness.
- Drive zero-harm targets, incident investigation and root-cause analysis.
- Manage environmental compliance: wastewater, emissions, waste and energy, in line with Egyptian environmental law.
6. Audits, certification and regulatory affairs
- Plan and lead the internal audit program; host certification, customer and regulatory audits and close findings on time.
- Run supplier qualification and supplier audits for raw materials and packaging.
- Manage relationships with the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA), the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA), the Ministry of Environment and civil protection.
7. Customer quality
- Own customer complaints, recalls and traceability; support key accounts in food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors with technical and quality documentation.
8. Leadership and culture
- Lead, develop and plan succession for the QHSE team; set objectives and manage performance.
- Build a quality and safety culture through training, communication and visible leadership on the shop floor.
- Manage the QHSE budget and laboratory / safety investments.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Science (Chemistry, Microbiology or Biochemistry) or Pharmacy – preferred.
- A postgraduate degree (MSc / MBA / diploma in quality management, food safety or industrial pharmacy) is an advantage.
Experience
