Pesticides Control Authority Inspector Job in Jamaica

PESTICIDES CONTROL AUTHORITY (PCA)

AN AGENCY OF THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH & WELLNESS

JOB VACANCY FOR

INSPECTOR (SOG/ST 5)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to fill the vacant position of Inspector with the Pesticides Control Authority.

JOB PURPOSE

The Inspector is responsible for implementing work programmes to regulate the importation, manufacture and use of pesticides in Jamaica as well as providing technical information/advice to operators in the industry and the general public.

KEY /TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect premises storing/selling pesticides;
• Receive, assess and process applications for the importation of pesticides;
• Provide information and technical advice to importers, manufacturers, pest control operators and members of the public on pesticides related matters;
• Identify and investigate reports of breaches of the Pesticides Act;
• Prepare and submit reports on the status of investigations regarding concerns and complaints received by the PCA;
• Conduct training for stakeholders including farmers and sellers of pesticides;
• Conduct public education activities;
• Supervise practical examinations of Pest Control Applicators;
• Conduct random sampling of pesticides, foods and maintains records of samples collected and results analysis;
• Represent the PCA at meetings.

REQUIRED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Ability to compile and prepare narrative and statistical reports;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and conviction of purpose in unfavourable/unpopular situations;
• Ability to prioritise among conflicting demands;
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative, professionalism and confidentiality;
• Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties;
• Maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction;
• Working knowledge of contemporary pesticides management and development strategies;
• Working knowledge of operations of Government/knowledge of PCA policies and the relevant laws.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• BSc Degree in Agriculture or BSc in Chemistry/Environmental Sciences with Agriculture background;
• Must own and operate a reliable motor vehicle;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Experience in teaching or agricultural extension would be an asset.

Employment Terms

Three-year contract (renewable) at Government pay scale with Travelling Allowances.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Application and resumé with three (3) references should be submitted no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, October 16, 2026 via email to:

Email: pesticidescontrolauthority12@gmail.com

Or deliver, addressed to:

Registrar Pesticides Control Authority 50 Half Way Tree Road Kingston 5

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.