**Overview**
The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) is offering an Acting Chief Inspector position (Job ID: 642, Reference: 051-027) in Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa. This is a six-month developmental, acting opportunity, commencing April 1, 2026, designed to provide exposure to a supervisory role within a small team environment. The role focuses on Operations Supervision, a specialist competency ensuring the correct application of standards and protocols within PPECB’s legislative mandate, facilitating skill transfer, and monitoring consistent technical competence. The primary objective is to ensure compliance with all relevant procedures, protocols, and Service Level Agreements within a defined geographical area. The duration of this opportunity is approximately four months or until product volumes for the Deciduous season have reduced.
**What you will do**
Key responsibilities encompass both supervisory and technical competencies:
Supervision competency:
* Perform supervisory roles in Inspection, Food Safety, and Export Certification and/or Cold Chain functions related to the specified geographical area.
* Motivate the performance of subordinates within the framework of the PPECB performance motivation system.
* Ensure adequate competency levels of staff within the Harmonization framework.
* Coordinate 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 the correct application of quality management systems, procedures, and work instructions.
Technical competency:
* Execute administrative tasks and reporting related to the execution of services.
* Ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements.
* Ensure effective two-way internal and external communication.
* Conduct inspection and certification of perishable products and/or oversee the handling, storage, and transport of perishable products.
* The successful developmental candidate will be required to be semi-functional.
**Requirements (from the original advert)**
Qualifications and Experience:
* A tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with at least 7 years of relevant work experience, OR a competent senior inspector with at least 10 years of relevant work experience, of which 3 years were in a Senior Inspector role.
* Minimum Degree Level: National Diploma or equivalent.
* Experience in Food Safety audits (will be an advantage).
Technical competencies:
* Knowledge and experience on the following products: Stone Fruit (Plums & Other), Table Grapes, Citrus, Pome Fruit, Blueberries, Strawberries, Other Fruit and Vegetables.
* 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 behavior.
* Strong leadership orientation.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Positive attitude and a team player.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* PPECB Brand Ambassador.
* Willingness to travel.
* A valid code 08 driving license and own reliable vehicle.
**Who should apply**
This developmental opportunity is suited for individuals seeking exposure to a supervisory role within a small team environment at the PPECB. Ideal candidates will possess a tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with significant relevant experience, or be an experienced senior inspector with a proven track record. Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership potential, a drive for self-development, consistent work performance, and accountability. Essential attributes include strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work as a team player. The role requires a willingness to travel, necessitating a valid Code 08 driving license and a reliable vehicle.
**Deadline**
11/02/2026, 12:00 AM
**Reference**
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/perishable-products-export-control-board-ppecb-vacancies-6
Source: govpage
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Job description
PERISHABLE PRODUCTS EXPORT CONTROL BOARD (PPECB)
ACTING CHIEF INSPECTOR-051-027
Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Description
This is six months developmental, acting. opportunity - starting 01 April 2026 - which offer an ideal chance for individuals to be exposed to a supervisory role within a small team environment.
OVERVIEW OF EXPOSURE:
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.
Requirements:
Qualifications and Experience:
* CI: A tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with at least 7 years relevant work experience or a competent senior inspector with at least 10 years relevant work experience of which 3 years in a Senior Inspector role
* Experience in Food Safety audits will be an advantage
Technical competencies:
* Knowledge and experience on the following products:
* Stone Fruit (Plums & Other), Table Grapes, Citrus, Pome Fruit, Blueberries, Strawberries, Other Fruit and Vegetables
* 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
* Excellent customer service skills
* PPECB Brand Ambassador
* Willingness to travel
* A valid code 08 driving license and own reliable vehicle
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. There will be an Acting allowance applicable for the period. The duration of this opportunity is for approximately four months or until product volumes for the Deciduous season have reduced to the extent that the span of work can be easily accommodated by the permanent human resources.
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.
Job Info
* Job Identification: 642
* Job Category: Product Inspection
* Apply Before: 11/02/2026, 12:00 AM
* Degree Level: National Diploma or equivalent
* Job Schedule: Full time
* Locations: 5 Emkhe Street, Nelspruit, 1200, ZA
* Department: Statutory Services Nelspruit - 051
ACTING CHIEF INSPECTOR-051-028
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Description
This is six months developmental, acting. opportunity - starting 01 April 2026 - which offer an ideal chance for individuals to be exposed to a supervisory role within a small team environment.
OVERVIEW OF EXPOSURE:
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.
Requirements:
Qualifications and Experience:
* CI: A tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with at least 7 years relevant work experience or a competent senior inspector with at least 10 years relevant work experience of which 3 years in a Senior Inspector role
* Experience in Food Safety audits will be an advantage
Technical competencies:
* Knowledge and experience on the following products:
* Stone Fruit (Plums & Other), Table Grapes, Citrus, Pome Fruit, Blueberries, Strawberries, Other Fruit and Vegetables
* 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
* Excellent customer service skills
* PPECB Brand Ambassador
* Willingness to travel
* A valid code 08 driving license and own reliable vehicle
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. There will be an Acting allowance applicable for the period. The duration of this opportunity is for approximately four months or until product volumes for the Deciduous season have reduced to the extent that the span of work can be easily accommodated by the permanent human resources.
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.
Job Info
* Job Identification: 643
* Job Category: Product Inspection
* Apply Before: 11/02/2026, 12:00 AM
* Degree Level: National Diploma or equivalent
* Job Schedule: Full time
* Locations: 5 Emkhe Street, Nelspruit, 1200, ZA
* Department: Statutory Services Nelspruit - 051
ACTING CHIEF INSPECTOR-051-029
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Description
This is six months developmental, acting. opportunity - starting 01 April 2026 - which offer an ideal chance for individuals to be exposed to a supervisory role within a small team environment.
OVERVIEW OF EXPOSURE:
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.
Requirements:
Qualifications and Experience:
* CI: A tertiary qualification in an agricultural discipline with at least 7 years relevant work experience or a competent senior inspector with at least 10 years relevant work experience of which 3 years in a Senior Inspector role
* Experience in Food Safety audits will be an advantage
Technical competencies:
* Knowledge and experience on the following products:
* Stone Fruit (Plums & Other), Table Grapes, Citrus, Pome Fruit, Blueberries, Strawberries, Other Fruit and Vegetables
* 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
* Excellent customer service skills
* PPECB Brand Ambassador
* Willingness to travel
* A valid code 08 driving license and own reliable vehicle
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. There will be an Acting allowance applicable for the period. The duration of this opportunity is for approximately four months or until product volumes for the Deciduous season have reduced to the extent that the span of work can be easily accommodated by the permanent human resources.
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
Job Info
* Job Identification: 644
* Job Category: Product Inspection
* Apply Before: 11/02/2026, 12:00 AM
* Degree Level: National Diploma or equivalent
* Job Schedule: Full time
* Locations: 5 Emkhe Street, Nelspruit, 1200, ZA
* Department: Statutory Services Nelspruit - 051
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