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Job Title
Supervisory Development Opportunity: Acting Chief Inspector
Organizational Unit
PPECB -> Operations Coastal Region -> Eastern Cape Region
Job Type
Acting
Location
EC ZA (Primary)
Salary (TCTC per annum)
Market related
Closing Date
9/12/2022
Job Description
Operations Supervisory Development Opportunity 6 Months
The Operations Department is offering developmental opportunities for potential Talent to gain practical exposure to supervisory competencies while Acting in the role of Chief Inspector.
Chief Inspectors (CI) - Eastern Cape x2 These developmental acting opportunities - starting 1 April 2023- offer the ideal chance for individuals to be exposed to the supervision role within a small team environment.
Operations Supervision is a specialist competency aimed at ensuring the correct application of standards and protocols within the PPECB's legislative mandate; transfer of skills and monitoring of consistent technical competence within the legislative framework of the PPECB.
The primary objective is to ensure compliance to all relevant procedures, protocols and Service Level Agreements within a defined geographical area.
Responsibilities: Supervision competency:
Supervisory roles in Inspection, Food Safety and Export Certification and/or Cold Chain functions related to the specified geographical area. Performance motivation of sub-ordinates within the framework of the PPECB performance motivation system. Ensuring adequate competency levels of staff within the Harmonization framework. Coordinating compliance to prescribed processes, procedures and protocols within the framework of the Agricultural Product Standards Act and/or the Perishable Products Export Control Board Act. Ensure correct application of quality management systems, procedures and work instructions. Technical competency:
Administrative tasks and reporting related to the execution of services. Ensure adherence to Service Level agreements. Ensuring effective two way communication internal and external. Inspection and certification of perishable products and/or the handling, storage and transport of perishable products. The successful developmental candidates will be required to be semi-functional. Job Requirements Requirements: Qualifications and Experience:
CI: A tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with at least 7 years relevant work experience of which 3 years in a Senior Inspector role LA: A tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with at least 7 years relevant work experience or a competent senior assessor with at least 10 years relevant work experience of which 3 years in a Senior Assessor role Experience in Food Safety audits will be an advantage Knowledge and experience on the following: CI: Citrus LA: Cold Chain principles Knowledge, understanding and experience of all inspection and/ or cold chain services relevant to the specified geographical area. Interpersonal competencies and leadership potential:
Strong self-development orientation and drive A history of strong, consistent work-performance Proven track record of taking ownership enabled by responsible and accountable behaviour Strong leadership orientation Good communication and interpersonal skills Positive attitude and a team player PPECB Brand Ambassador Willingness to travel A valid code 08 driving license and own reliable vehicle May be required to participate in the relief duty roster APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be considered by means of a multiple-hurdle process; consisting of pre-screening of applications; formal interviews; followed by assessments for short-listed candidates. Formal developmental feedback will be provided to unsuccessful candidates to assist them with their PDP's (Personal Development Plans).
The candidates with the strongest performance in the above process will be appointed to these 6 month developmental acting opportunities. An Acting allowance will be applicable for the period.
Please note: Successful placement in above acting role does not guarantee future acting placements and/ or appointments. Candidates' Acting performance will be assessed at the end of the period and serve as input to the Talent Management reviews for Operations Supervisory pools
No applications can be considered without the following documents:
The location you are applying for A motivation of your application Proof of qualifications; experience and/or studies Proof of Inspection product competency and/or cold chain disciplines PPECB is an equal opportunity employer and promotes compliance with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act.
It is our intention to promote equity according to our Employment Equity plan with the filling of posts. All applications will be considered, with the understanding that, in terms of the PPECB Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.#J-18808-Ljbffr
