Maha Hamed
Vechta
Summary
German veterinarian with over 5 years of experience in food safety, export certification, and veterinary inspection across Germany and Qatar. Adept at HACCP, TRACES, food risk assessment, and animal health management. Experienced in developing and enforcing food laws, managing food crises, and aligning with Gulf and EU regulatory systems. Passionate about safeguarding public health and improving regulatory compliance.
Utilizes analytical skills to identify potential hazards and ensure safety standards. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective risk mitigation strategies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Official Veterinarian
Vechta District
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted food safety inspections for meat and poultry products in slaughterhouses and factories.
- Applied EU Official Controls Regulation (OCR) and TRACES for certification and export.
- Supervised hygiene systems (HACCP/CCPs) and ensured factory compliance with EU standards.
- Monitored quality at factories supplying Burger King and Dominos Pizza.
- Investigated violations and coordinated responses to contamination and health threats.
- Drafted technical reports and collaborated with national and international bodies.
Offical Veterinarian
Ministry of Food, Rural Areas, Consumer Protection
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Monitored animal health and welfare in farms and slaughterhouses (cattle, pigs, poultry).
- Collected samples for surveillance of zoonotic diseases (e.g., Brucella, Salmonella).
- Oversaw animal exports and pet movements within the EU using TRACES-NT.
- Provided veterinary consultation and responded to citizen inquiries.
- Issued certificates and permits for animal transport and trade.
Veterinarian
Qatar Equestrian Federation
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Delivered clinical care, diagnostics, and emergency treatment to horses.
- Ensured horse welfare before competition and supported national events.
- Educated horse owners on disease prevention and animal care.
Education
Masters Student - Veterinary Public Health
University of Veterinary Medicine
Hannover11.2024
Diploma - Biochemistry
Alexandria University
Egypt10.2013
Bachelor in Veterinary Medicine -
Alexandria University
Alexandria 09.2010
Skills
- Food Risk Assessment & Crisis Management
- HACCP System Monitoring & CCP Audits
- TRACES & Digital Export Certification
- Veterinary Health Certification & Food Registration
- ISO 22000, GSO, Codex Alimentarius Alignment
- Emergency Planning & Recall Management
- Equine Diagnostics & Surgery
- Data-driven Inspection & Traceability Systems
- AI-supported Food Monitoring Tools
- Inspection protocols
- Sanitation procedures
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Temperature monitoring
- Microbiology
- Foodborne pathogens
- Sampling procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Team building
- Risk assessment
Certification
- Veterinary License | Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, Germany
- Meat Inspection Training | Segeberg District, Germany | 100 hrs
- Advanced Equine Care & Surgery | UC Davis, Myhre Equine, Germany Clinics
- German Language Certificate (Telc B2) | Score: 251/300
Additional Information
- From stable to table - Principles of Food Safety | TiHo Hannover | Issued Mar 2023
- Risk-Based Assessment of Food Establishments | Academy for Public Health | Issued Feb 2024
- New Foods - New Monitoring? | TiHo Hannover | Issued Sep 2024
- Meat Inspection Training Certificate | Segeberg District | Issued Nov 2021
- Monitoring of Stunning Procedures in Slaughter Animals | AkadVet Stuttgart | Issued Sep 2021
- Conflict Management for Official Veterinarians | AkadVet Stuttgart | Issued Nov 2021
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Official Veterinarian
Vechta District
11.2023 - Current
Offical Veterinarian
Ministry of Food, Rural Areas, Consumer Protection
08.2021 - 01.2023
Veterinarian
Qatar Equestrian Federation
05.2013 - 10.2015
Masters Student - Veterinary Public Health
University of Veterinary Medicine
Diploma - Biochemistry
Alexandria University
Bachelor in Veterinary Medicine -
Alexandria University
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