PPECB Vacancies

To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

Learner: Technologist Programme-014-251

Job Description

During this 12-month Development opportunity, successful candidates are placed at inspection-points in various regions under the mentorship of PPECB specialists. 

Students are exposed to quality assurance practices applicable to specific perishable products (i.e. citrus, grapes, etc.).

Accredited facilitators provide formal theoretical training on:

• Export legislation and certification
• Factors influencing exports
• Food safety
• Product knowledge
• Cold chain management
• Total quality management systems and viability
• Recent innovations

A nominal amount is provided in the form of a stipend to assist with the students’ costs

Students are placed close to where they reside; However, due to the seasonal nature of the industry out-placement can be required.

Job Requirements

Are you in possession of a completed 3-year national qualification (minimum) in one of the following fields:

• Agricultural Sciences
• Food Technology
• Environmental Health

Do you have a strong academic history?

Do you have strong interpersonal skills?

Are you competent in the use of the English language?

Are you currently unemployed?

PLEASE NOTE: Only applications containing all of the documentation listed below can be considered. Please provide an active email address for communications regarding your application.

• A comprehensive CV
• Certified copies of your full academic record to date
• One reference letter
• Copy of your ID document

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Junior Assessor-037-071

Job Description

Robertson Region (De Doorns Sub-Area) 1 X Junior Assessor – Seasonal Talent Development Opportunities (Remainder of 24-month programme) 

The Operations Department has a vacancy for 1 x Junior Assessor to independently conduct Cold Chain Inspections or Services according to standard protocols, work instructions and procedures as prescribed through PPECB‘s legislative mandate and for the developmental opportunities for some of our seasonal employees to gain additional competencies within the remainder of the 24-month period of the programme.

The purpose of the programme is to allow the incumbent sufficient time for product exposure; training; assessment; and soft skills. During the remainder of the 24-month period the selected delegates will be supported with a dedicated training plan and supervision by the region. The exposure and training will include:

• I-thrive (e.g., managing my time; dealing with conflict; etc.);
• Additional soft-skills courses to promote professional skills; and
• Additional courses to prepare for the new world of work (NWOW)

Depending on the regional needs; delegates of the programme may have the opportunity to take part in Relief Duty to receive exposure on additional products and will then be supported with accommodation and S&T allowance during such placements.

JOB DISCRIPTION:  

• Monitor temperatures; supervise container loading at various loading points.
• Cold store survey.
• The minimum administrative tasks associated with the job level
• Communicate with various clients on own specific task and outcome of decisions
• Build and maintain good relations with PPECB clients
• Continuous self-improvement in their area of responsibility according to the PPECB performance framework

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
• Practical experience, theoretical knowledge and competence in Container Loading
• Experience in various cold chain functions related to the specified geographical area would be advantageous.
• Computer Literate
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work independently and / or with minimum supervision
• Excellent customer service skills
• A valid code 08 driving license and own reliable vehicle is a requirement for doing the job.
• Own mobile phone.
   

Additionally, the following criteria will be reviewed:

• Relevant Service history to the job in question at the PPECB
• Competency records (verified by L&D)
• Performance records at the PPECB
• Disciplinary records during their service/contract at the PPECB

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Learner: Technologist Programme-014-201

Job Description

During this 12-month Development opportunity, successful candidates are placed at inspection-points in various regions under the mentorship of PPECB specialists. 

Students are exposed to quality assurance practices applicable to specific perishable products (i.e. citrus, grapes, etc.).

Accredited facilitators provide formal theoretical training on:

• Export legislation and certification
• Factors influencing exports
• Food safety
• Product knowledge
• Cold chain management
• Total quality management systems and viability
• Recent innovations

A nominal amount is provided in the form of a stipend to assist with the students’ costs

Students are placed close to where they reside; However, due to the seasonal nature of the industry out-placement can be required.

Job Requirements

Are you in possession of a completed 3-year national qualification (minimum) in one of the following fields:

• Agricultural Sciences
• Food Technology
• Environmental Health

Do you have a strong academic history?

Do you have strong interpersonal skills?

Are you competent in the use of the English language?

Are you currently unemployed?

PLEASE NOTE: Only applications containing all of the documentation listed below can be considered. Please provide an active email address for communications regarding your application.

• A comprehensive CV
• Certified copies of your full academic record to date
• One reference letter
• Copy of your ID document

Click here to apply

Learner: Technologist Programme-014-215

Job Description

During this 12-month Development opportunity, successful candidates are placed at inspection-points in various regions under the mentorship of PPECB specialists. 

Students are exposed to quality assurance practices applicable to specific perishable products (i.e. citrus, grapes, etc.).

Accredited facilitators provide formal theoretical training on:

• Export legislation and certification
• Factors influencing exports
• Food safety
• Product knowledge
• Cold chain management
• Total quality management systems and viability
• Recent innovations

A nominal amount is provided in the form of a stipend to assist with the students’ costs

Students are placed close to where they reside; However, due to the seasonal nature of the industry out-placement can be required.

Job Requirements

Are you in possession of a completed 3-year national qualification (minimum) in one of the following fields:

• Agricultural Sciences
• Food Technology
• Environmental Health

Do you have a strong academic history?

Do you have strong interpersonal skills?

Are you competent in the use of the English language?

Are you currently unemployed?

PLEASE NOTE: Only applications containing all of the documentation listed below can be considered. Please provide an active email address for communications regarding your application.

• A comprehensive CV
• Certified copies of your full academic record to date
• One reference letter
• Copy of your ID document

Click here to apply

Graduate PWD Rem & Ben -008-006

Job Description

Main purpose of the job 

•    Graduate placements provide learners with the opportunity to gain on-the job exposure in the field of Remuneration & Benefits Administration.

High level job objectives 

• Capture new employees on Payroll System

• Update current employee profiles on Payroll System

• Verify documentation on HR Management System, and request outstanding documents

• Reconcile and verify data on HR Management System and Payroll System (terminations, appointments, all other payroll updates)

• Prepares monthly reports on payroll (CTC variances, headcounts, overtime, etc).

• Confirm terminations and prepare monthly temp leave payout file

• Complete UI19 – monthly

• Liaise with the regional administrators

• General administrative support to the Remuneration, Benefits & Payroll team

Requirements

Qualifications

(Essential)
• Completed 3-year national qualification in Accounting / Finance / Business Administration 

Experience

• No experience is required since it is aimed at unemployed graduates

(Desirable)

• Strong and Numeracy Skills

• • Compliance Knowledge
• • Problem Solving Skills
• • Dependability & Discretion

• Technical Skills/ Functional Skills

(Essential)
•    Computer literacy 
(Desirable)
•    Exceptional communication skills 
•    Strong interpersonal orientation 
•    English language proficiency

Competency Profile: Behavioural 
(Essential)
•    Deciding and Initiating Action 
•    Planning and Organising 
•    Adhering to Principles and Values 
•    Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations 
•    Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives 
•    Working with People 
•    Learning and Researching 
•    Adapting and Responding to Change 
•    Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Physical and other 
(Essential)
•    Good health  
(Desirable)
•    Business travel – Locally and Nationally

About Us

The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) is an independent service provider of quality certification and cold chain management services for South African producers and exporters of perishable food products.

Established in 1926, the PPECB has delivered valuable services to the perishable products industry for over 90 years by enhancing the credibility of the South African export certificate and supporting the export competitiveness of South Africa’s perishable product industries.

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Junior Inspector-051-367

Job Description

• To ensure service delivery to internal and external clients in line with PPECB’s legislative 

mandate, SLA’s, MOU’s and MOA’s. 

• To ensure excellence in service delivery to both internal and external clients by adhering to PPECB core values. 

• To ensure compliance to internal and external business management processes. 

• To ensure compliance to all PPECB policies and procedures 

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We wish you all the best with your applications