Food Storage Inspector (Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce - MIIC) - Kingston, Jamaica

Vacant post available for Food Storage Inspector (SOG/ST 5) in the Food Storage and Prevention of Infestation Division, Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC), salary range $1,271,811 - $1,511,784 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.  

Job Purpose   

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Food Storage Inspector (SOG/ST 6), the Food Storage Inspector (SOG/ST 5) 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. He/she will also monitor the Pest Control Industry, to ensure the safe and effective use of pesticides in food establishments.  

Key Responsibilities   

Management/Administrative:  

• Supervises Technical Assistants and Drivers;  
• Collaborates with the Senior Food Storage Inspector in implementing strategies for Surveillance and Regulatory Programmes of inspection and disinfestation of 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 and customer relations skills  
• Good problem solving, planning and organizing skills  
• Good leadership and analytical thinking skills  
• Good use of initiative  
• Ability to work in teams 

 Technical: 

• Excellent knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020 Standards  
• Good Knowledge of Codex Standard  
• Sound Knowledge of the FSPID Act and Regulation  
• Sound Knowledge of Government Policies and Procedures  
• Proficient in computer applications  

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience  

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Sciences/Agriculture/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 be the holder of a valid Driver’s Licence and the owner of a reliable motor vehicle;  
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.  

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 18th November, 2020, to:  

Senior Director                                   
Human Resource Management and Development Division                              Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries                                   
Hope Gardens                                   
Kingston 6.    

Email: hrm@micaf.gov.jm  

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.