Technical Officer €“ Testing & Industrial Services Branch €“ Metrology & Testing Directorate

Facilitates trade by ensuring that metrology and testing activities are done in accordance with world-class standards.

Core Functions:

• Conduct tests and supervise activities relating to the compliance activities of the NCRA and/or any other conformity body 
• Participate in inter-laboratory comparisons and other quality assurance activities
• Prepare documents as needed: Pro forma invoices, Petty Cash, Purchase Requisition, Stores requisition etc.
• Guide the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects in the Testing & Industrial Services Branch.
• Perform routine Calibration and/or Testing activities on samples
• Research, evaluate, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements;
• Participate in the enforcement of product standards and regulations relevant to the Standards Act 1969 and the Weight and Measures Act.
• Monitor the testing and metrology activities of the technicians
• Prepare and sign test and/or calibration reports for issuance to customers
• Participate in the development of local, regional and international standards
• Conduct audits of firms. Example. The National Certification Mark Programme, NQA and Internal Audits.
• Conduct inspections and sampling at ports of entry under the Standards Compliance Programme, as required
• Participate in the development and delivery of training seminars and workshops facilitated by the organization
• Modify test apparatus as necessary to conduct tests and calibrations
• Prepare relevant documents for submission to the Procurement Committee for purchasing/sourcing of goods and services
• Conduct research in standards calibration and testing 
• Offer technical advice to customers
• Maintain the record system according to the procedures and work instructions of the Branch
• Assist the Customer Service Unit in sensitizing the public and customers to the organization’s standards and procedures
• Undertake any other reasonable duties, commensurate with your job title, as may be determined by the Manager or supervisor. 
• Cross-checking of test and calibration results.
• Verification/Validation of Test/Calibration Methods
• Maintenance of the Quality Management System (Document revision, NCPARS…)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:

• Highly developed critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills
• Highly developed competencies in system analysis 
• Working knowledge of various standards including but not limited to ISO 17025, 9001 & 14001 
• Working knowledge of Government of Jamaica Procurement Procedures
• Very good interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Strong project and task management skills
• Work well in teams as well as with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills especially in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• B.Sc. or B.Eng. Degree in Engineering or Physics
• Two (2) years experience working in a laboratory or production position, preferably in an ISO 9001 certified or ISO/IEC 17025 accredited entity

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.