Safety Manager - (Food & Beverage)

We're Hiring: Safety Manager – Food & Beverage

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Industry: Food & Beverage / Restaurant Chain

We are hiring on behalf of a leading restaurant chain in Egypt seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Manager to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives across its operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with safety regulations, promote a strong safety culture, and maintain a safe working environment for employees and customers.

Role Overview
The Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety policies, procedures, and programs across restaurant branches, production facilities, and corporate offices to minimize risks and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with local safety regulations, food safety standards, and company requirements
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across all locations
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions
• Develop and deliver safety training and awareness programs for employees and management
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare regular reports for leadership
• Collaborate with operational teams to identify hazards and implement preventive measures
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including fire safety and evacuation procedures
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities and support compliance inspections when required
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement throughout the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management
• Experience within Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Retail, or Multi-site Operations is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of local HSE regulations and industry best practices
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are highly preferred
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage safety initiatives across multiple locations

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Career development opportunities within a growing organization
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Exposure to large-scale operations and safety management programs
• Opportunity to drive a culture of safety and operational excellence