Halal Lead Auditor- Freelance

Location: Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company

hirify.global provides testing, inspection, and certification services through a global network of laboratories and business facilities.

What you will do

• Plan, conduct, and manage Halal certification audits on a freelance basis.
• Collect and verify audit evidence through interviews, observation, and document review.
• Assess compliance with applicable Halal standards, regulations, and legal requirements.
• Identify audit findings, evaluate conclusions, and prepare clear audit reports.
• Complete audits within agreed timeframes while maintaining confidentiality and information security.
• Apply sampling techniques and assess the organization’s processes and operational context.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Safety, or another relevant food-related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the product or service categories covered by the Halal certification audits.
• At least 2 years of Halal auditing experience based on GSO 2055 requirements and Food Safety, supported by audit records or an audit log.
• At least 12 audit days across a minimum of 4 premises within the last 3 years under the supervision of a qualified auditor.
• Practical experience in Food & Beverage and/or food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GSO/UAE 2055 Halal Lead Auditor requirements, ISO 19011, and relevant Food Safety Management System standards such as ISO 22000.

Culture & Benefits

• Freelance contract engagement.
• Audits are performed within agreed timeframes and according to applicable certification requirements.