Junior Inspector

Job DescriptionThe **Operations Department** has a vacancy for **Junior Inspector** at the Paarl Regional Office to conduct inspection of products and equipment according to standard protocols as prescribed through PPECB’s legislative mandate and for the developmental opportunities for some of our seasonal employees to gain additional competencies within the 24-month period of the programme.

The purpose of the programme is to allow the incumbent sufficient time for product exposure; training; assessment; and soft skills. During the 24-month period the selected delegates will be supported with a dedicated training plan and supervision by the region. The exposure and training will include:

- TITAN 2.0 ® competency;
- I-thrive (e.g., managing my time; dealing with conflict; etc.);
- Additional soft-skills courses to promote professional skills; and
- Additional courses to prepare for the new world of work (NWOW)

Depending on the regional needs; delegates of the programme may have the opportunity to take part in Relief Duty to receive exposure on additional products and will then be supported with accommodation and S&T allowance during such placements.

**Areas of Responsibilities**:

- Inspect and certify perishable products;
- Inspect the handling, storage and transport of perishable products;
- Perform administrative tasks;
- Build and maintain good relations with PPECB clients;
- Communicate with various clients on own specific task and outcome of decisions;
- Participate in the relief duty roster;
- Accept the responsibility of continuous self-improvement in their area of responsibility
- Job Requirements- A National Diploma in an agricultural or food science disciplines.
- National Certificate: Perishable Produce Export Technology (AETP) would be advantageous.
- Practical experience, theoretical knowledge and competence in Citrus fruit.
- Practical experience, theoretical knowledge/exposure related to the specified geographical area and/or competency in Stone fruit would be advantageous.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literate.
- The ability to work independently and / or with minimum supervision.
- A valid code 08 driver's license and own reliable vehicle is a requirement for doing the job.

Additionally, the following criteria will be reviewed:

- Relevant Service history to the job in question at the PPECB
- Competency records (verified by L&D)
- Performance records at the PPECB
- Disciplinary records during their service/contract at the PPECB
- PPECB is an equal opportunity employer and promotes compliance with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act.