NAVAS HAMZA
Sharjah,SH
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Research & Development. A Certified Halal Lead Auditor and BRCGS Internal Auditor, with a strong background in microbiological analysis and inventory management. Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, supported by proven leadership capabilities and effective stakeholder and public relations management. Committed to driving innovation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of quality across all projects and operations
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QHSE Manager
Al Islami Foods FZE
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
12.2024 - Current
- Led the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Quality and Food Safety Management Systems in compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, and HALAL certification requirements, enhancing regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify food safety, quality, and EHS risks, ensuring full compliance with statutory, customer, and certification standards.
- Developed and delivered training programs on food safety, hygiene, quality, and EHS requirements for employees at all levels, strengthening compliance culture and operational discipline.
- Planned, coordinated, and managed internal, external, customer, certification, and EHS audits, including BRCGS, HACCP, HALAL, and EHS audits, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepared and presented key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, food safety, and EHS performance to senior management, supporting data-driven decision-making and resource allocation.
- Managed departmental budgets related to QHSE and EHS activities, ensuring effective utilization of resources and maximizing return on investment for compliance and safety initiatives.
- Led supplier management activities, including supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and conducting on-site supplier audits across multiple countries to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
QUALITY CONTROL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
EMIRATES NATIONAL FOOD CO. LLC
Dubai
09.2021 - Current
- Perform Routine lab Analysis of Raw and Finished Products (Bacteriology, ELISA & PCR)
- Ensuring strict adherence to food safety standards regulations, including HACCP, ISO, BRC and HALAL, maintaining a safe and compliant environment .
- Sample collection from Hatchery, Broiler farm and Processing Plant
- Managing and coordinating pest control activities, ensuring a hygienic production environment and preventing contamination of food products
- Prepare Daily Analysis Report
- Collaborating with the quality department to address internal quality complaints, implementing corrective actions and preventive measures to avoid recurrence
- Handling customer complaints promptly and effectively, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Document Preparation for both Internal & External audits
- SAP ERP
QUALITY CONTROL MICROBIOLOGIST
MIDAD DRINKING WATER LLP
MALAPPURAM, KERALA
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Testing of Packaged Drinking Water Samples as per Indian standards (Both BIS and ISO)
- Making Daily and Monthly Reports
- Aware employees about personal hygiene and safety rules to maintain food safety.
- Conduct internal audit and prepare manufacturing facility for BIS and FSSAI Audits and Certification.
QUALITY CONTROL COACH
EXPRESS FOOD COMPANY AL BAIK RESTAURANT
SAUDI ARABIA
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Scheduling and conducting HACCP support visit for restaurant
- Train staffs on hygiene food safety standards and procedures
- Verify that all CCP, OPRP, PRP requirements are met
- Prepare the restaurant for HACCP, External audits.\
- Conducting comprehensive supplier audits to assess and ensure compliance with quality standards, identifying areas for improvement and maintaining strong supplier relationships
QUALITY CONTROL MICROBIOLOGIST
OSWALL BEVERAGES
BANGALORE, INDIA
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Testing of Packaged Drinking Water Samples as per Indian standards (Both BIS and ISO)
- Making Daily and Monthly Reports
- Aware employees about personal hygiene and safety rules to maintain food safety.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
BHARATHIAR UNIVERSITY
COIMBATORE05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT
Calicut05.2014
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Research & Development
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Microbiological Analysis
- Inventory management
- Leadership
- SAP ERP
Accomplishments
- Successfully managed audits as per BRCGS, ISO, HALAL guidelines
- Awarded Train The Trainer Certificate for Conducting and Excellent and Value added training programmes.
Certification
- Halal Lead Auditor
- BRCGS Internal Auditor
- BRCGS Awareness
- Halal Awareness
- HACCP Level 3 (HABC)
- GHP Manager (Sharjah Municipality)
- Fire Safety Training Level 1
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
- Certified Quality Control Coach (Albaik)
- Train The Trainer Certificate (Albaik)
Timeline
QHSE Manager
Al Islami Foods FZE
12.2024 - Current
QUALITY CONTROL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
EMIRATES NATIONAL FOOD CO. LLC
09.2021 - Current
QUALITY CONTROL MICROBIOLOGIST
MIDAD DRINKING WATER LLP
11.2019 - 01.2021
QUALITY CONTROL COACH
EXPRESS FOOD COMPANY AL BAIK RESTAURANT
07.2017 - 07.2019
QUALITY CONTROL MICROBIOLOGIST
OSWALL BEVERAGES
12.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT
Master of Science - Microbiology
BHARATHIAR UNIVERSITY