Veterinary Public Health Officer

Western Cape Department Of Agriculture

Location
Western Cape
Salary (as advertised)
R413 001 – R486 501 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This is for a role within the Western Cape Department of Agriculture, identified by reference number AGR 46/2026. Two posts are available, located in Elsenburg. The position carries a salary of R413 001 - R486 501 per annum, corresponding to a Level 08 role. The primary function of this role involves overseeing and ensuring compliance with Meat Safety legislation through inspections and audits of abattoirs, thereby contributing to meat safety efforts across the province. The specific job title for this role is not specified in the original advert. **What you will do** * Inspect abattoirs for compliance with Meat Safety legislation. * Audit abattoirs for compliance with Meat Safety legislation. * Perform general functions required by the Meat Safety legislation. * Contribute to meat safety in the province. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Relevant National Diploma in Environmental Health/ Animal Health/ Veterinary Public Health at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. * A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. * **Knowledge of the following:** * Environmental health legislation and policies. * Meat safety legislation and policies. * Regulatory framework of the public service. * Municipal by-laws that govern matters related to meat safety. * Environmental affairs legislation. * Food safety risk analysis. * Food safe auditing. * **Skills in the following:** * Computer literacy. * Report writing. * Organising and planning. * Communication skills (written and verbally). * Analytical and presentation skills. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate for this role would possess a relevant National Diploma in Environmental Health, Animal Health, or Veterinary Public Health, coupled with at least one year of relevant experience and a valid Code B driving licence. They should have a strong understanding of various health, safety, and environmental legislations, particularly those pertaining to meat safety, food safety, and public service regulatory frameworks. Essential skills include computer literacy, report writing, organisational abilities, effective communication, and analytical and presentation skills. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-agriculture-vacancies-3#spani-ref-agr-46-2026-x2-posts-available-in-elsenburg Source: govpage

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Job description

VETERINARY PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICER REF NO: AGR 46/2026 (X2 POSTS AVAILABLE IN ELSENBURG) SALARY : R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08) CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government REQUIREMENTS : Relevant National Diploma in Environmental Health/ Animal Health/ Veterinary Public Health at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Environmental health legislation and policies; Meat safety legislation and policies; Regulatory framework of the public service; Municipal by-laws that governs matters related to meat safety; Environmental affairs legislation; Food safety risk analysis; Food safe auditing. Skills in the following: Computer literacy; Report writing; Organising and planning; Communication skills (written and verbally); Analytical and presentation skills. DUTIES : Inspect abattoirs for compliance with Meat Safety legislation; Audit abattoirs for compliance with Meat Safety legislation; Perform general functions required by the Meat Safety legislation; Contribute to meat safety in the province. ENQUIRIES : Dr M Wolhuter Tel No: (021) 808 7606 APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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