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Food Storage Inspector (SOG/ST 5)

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Organisation
Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce
Reference
VAC-51903
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Government & Public Sector
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$3,501,526 - $4,709,163 per annum
Date Posted
04/09/2024
Expiry Date
19/09/2024
The Food Storage Inspector oversees inspections and disinfestations to ensure food/feed safety, prevent contamination, minimize deterioration, and monitor the pest control industry for safe pesticide use in food establishments.

 

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Food Storage Inspector (SOG/ST 6), the Food Storage Inspector is responsible for carrying out Government surveillance and regulatory programme of inspection and disinfestations of entities and to ensure food/feed is free of contamination and reduce losses due to deterioration. The incumbent also monitors the pest control industry to ensure the safe and effective use of pesticides in food establishment. 

 

Key Responsibilities

Management/Administrative: 

  • Supervises Technical Assistants and Drivers; 
  • Collaborates with the Senior Food Storage Inspector in implementing strategies for surveillance and regulatory programme of inspection and disinfestations food establishments to ensure food/feed is free of contamination. 

Technical/Professional: 

  • Writes inspection reports; 
  • Updates records; 
  • Performs disinfestation activities; 
  • Performs other related functions assigned from time to time. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

  • Good oral and written communication skills; 
  • Good interpersonal skills; 
  • Good customer relations skills; 
  • Good problem-solving skills; 
  • Good use of initiative; 
  • Ability to work in teams; 
  • Good leadership skills; 
  • Good analytical thinking; 
  • Good planning and organizing skills; 

Technical/Functional: 

  • Excellent knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020 Standard; 
  • Good knowledge of Codex Standard; 
  • Sound knowledge of the FSPID Act & Regulation; 
  • Technical skills; 
  • Good use of technology; 
  • Sound knowledge of Government Policies and Procedures. 

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Sciences, Agriculture or Public Health; 
  • Training in Local and International Food Safety Standards; 
  • Three (3) years’ working experience in related science areas. 

 

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

  • Required to travel extensively; 
  • Required to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends and Public Holidays;
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License and own motor vehicle; 
  • Exposure to hazardous chemicals. 

 

 

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Other
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Required degree level: 
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