STO 21R MHASI Meat Hygiene and Agri-food Inspector

The Team
The primary aim of the Food Safety Inspection Branch (FSIB) at Ministry of Agriculture and Food is to safeguard public health by ensuring that agri-food meat and seafood produced in the province is safe and works in partnership with other federal and provincial agencies to facilitate food safety through three main program areas which are led by an executive director and supported by a team of administrative and policy and program advisory Inspection Program is responsible for the inspection of provincially-licensed abattoir establishments as well as licensing of those facilities under the Meat Inspection Regulation.

The Role
As a Meat Hygiene and Agri-food Inspector you will be responsible for ensuring that animals destined for human consumption are humanely handled and slaughtered in a clean environment before and after slaughter. You will conduct both ante-mortem and post-mortem inspections to ensure that meat handling procedures comply with provincial policies. Your role involves effective communication educating facility operators and staff on regulations and managing conflicts as they arise. Additionally you will assist in training new meat inspectors assess livestock management practices ensure animal welfare standards are upheld and conduct initial food safety inspections of provincial slaughter establishments.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Training and experience working as a meat inspector in a slaughter establishment OR
• Grade 12 education with training and experience in meat processing OR
• A Diploma in animal science veterinary technician food science or meat processing.

Provisos:

• Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment including working with repetitive motions.
• If requested provide medical confirmation of sensory ability related to sight smell and touch.
• Valid BC Drivers license or equivalent.
• May be required to use own vehicle on an expense paid basis.
• Overnight travel may be required.

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About this Position:
Four (4) temporary opportunity positions available with one position in each of the following locations: Creston or Cranbrook Salmon Arm Courtenay and Chilliwack.
This is a temporary opportunity until March 31 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information onMarket Adjustments*
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples such as your responsibilities projects youve worked on or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation.

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Resume: YES- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge skills abilities competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying visit theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.