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Veterinarian Public Health Officer: (Specialist) Durban Harbour at Border Management Authority
Border Management Authority
October 16, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:
Meat Hygiene and Food Safety
Monitor and inspect, import and export products/animals and accompanying documentation to ensure that international standards are adhered to.
Execute law enforcement in accordance with the Meat Safety Act.
Abattoirs & sterilization plants:
Auditing and monitoring abattoir hygiene through routine sampling and conducting of regular inspections.
Making recommendations regarding the registration, upgrading and repair of existing facilities.
Implementation and verification of the Hygiene Assessment System (HAS).
Provide training to meat inspection staff, slaughter personnel and quality control officers.
Ensure that game harvesting processes comply with national and international standards.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
Provide advocacy on Agriculture related matters to relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with the necessary organs of state and domestic and international organisations to promote and enhance effective, efficient and secure animal and plant movement.
Ensure the development and effective stakeholder relations management with both local and international communities in support of national objectives and agriculture priorities.
Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
Support the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
Represent and participate in the BMA's committees and tasks teams as member of the executive team.
Support the implementation of timeous communication on relevant information and legislation to the Ports of Entry.
Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement and position the BMA.
Administrative Services
Keep abreast of changes in agriculture legislation, regulations and respond to changes through adjustments to the strategy and operational plans as required.
Ensure submission of mandatory reports and information.
Assist in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and guidelines relating to the business unit in consultation with the Supervisor.
Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
Ensure effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the BMA.
Knowledge
The Constitution.
Good governance and Batho Pele Principles.
Internal performance evaluation and reporting.
Government decision making processes.
Diversity Management.
Performance Management and Monitoring.
Public Service Regulations.
Government systems and structure.
Public Finance Management Act.
Animal disease and their control.
Epidemiological principles and methods.
Farming practices.
Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000).
Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984).
BMA Act, 2020 (Act 2 of 2020)
Foodstuffs, Cosmetics & Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972).
Requirements
Minimum requirements
Grade 12 (Matric)
Undergraduate qualification at NQF 6 as recognised by SAQA in National Diploma/ Degree in Environmental Health
3 years relevant experience at Specialist /Professionals:
Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
May be required to work overtime.
Valid driver's License
Professional registration or license requirements
Valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:
Meat Hygiene and Food Safety
Monitor and inspect, import and export products/animals and accompanying documentation to ensure that international standards are adhered to.
Execute law enforcement in accordance with the Meat Safety Act.
Abattoirs & sterilization plants:
Auditing and monitoring abattoir hygiene through routine sampling and conducting of regular inspections.
Making recommendations regarding the registration, upgrading and repair of existing facilities.
Implementation and verification of the Hygiene Assessment System (HAS).
Provide training to meat inspection staff, slaughter personnel and quality control officers.
Ensure that game harvesting processes comply with national and international standards.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
Provide advocacy on Agriculture related matters to relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with the necessary organs of state and domestic and international organisations to promote and enhance effective, efficient and secure animal and plant movement.
Ensure the development and effective stakeholder relations management with both local and international communities in support of national objectives and agriculture priorities.
Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
Support the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
Represent and participate in the BMA's committees and tasks teams as member of the executive team.
Support the implementation of timeous communication on relevant information and legislation to the Ports of Entry.
Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement and position the BMA.
Administrative Services
Keep abreast of changes in agriculture legislation, regulations and respond to changes through adjustments to the strategy and operational plans as required.
Ensure submission of mandatory reports and information.
Assist in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and guidelines relating to the business unit in consultation with the Supervisor.
Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
Ensure effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the BMA.
Knowledge
The Constitution.
Good governance and Batho Pele Principles.
Internal performance evaluation and reporting.
Government decision making processes.
Diversity Management.
Performance Management and Monitoring.
Public Service Regulations.
Government systems and structure.
Public Finance Management Act.
Animal disease and their control.
Epidemiological principles and methods.
Farming practices.
Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000).
Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984).
BMA Act, 2020 (Act 2 of 2020)
Foodstuffs, Cosmetics & Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972).
Requirements
Minimum requirements
Grade 12 (Matric)
Undergraduate qualification at NQF 6 as recognised by SAQA in National Diploma/ Degree in Environmental Health
3 years relevant experience at Specialist /Professionals:
Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
May be required to work overtime.
Valid driver's License
Professional registration or license requirements
Valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa