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NATIONAL REGULATOR FOR COMPULSORY SPECIFICATIONS (NRCS)
 
The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) was established on 1 September 2008 in accordance with the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications Act. It is an agency of the dti, established to administer compulsory specifications and other technical regulations with the view to protect human health and safety, the environment and to ensure fair trade, in accordance with Government policies and guidelines.  It is the NRCS intention to promote equity through the filling of posts, according to set Employment Equity targets.  To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.
 
Invitations for Vacancy Applications
 
NRCS VARIOUS OFFICES
 
Applicants who have previously applied are encouraged to re-apply
 
 
1X CANDIDATE INSPECTOR
Post Level: P10
Ref No: 2182
Legal Metrology Unit
Durban Regional Office
Reporting to: Manager Operations
Annual basic Salary
R 397 414.66 excluding benefits
 
Purpose:
To administer compulsory specifications and technical regulations on behalf of the Minister of Trade and Industry by monitoring compliance through inspections and/or evaluations. 
 
KPA’s/ Key outputs:
  1. Monitor Compliance with Compulsory Specifications and Technical Regulations
  2. Appropriate sanctions for non-compliance
  3. Process Applications for Letters of Authority, Sales Permits and Certificates
  4. NRCS Quality Management System (QMS)
  5. Stakeholder relationships
  6. NRCS Committees
 
 
Qualifications/ Requirements:
  • National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • A valid driver’s license
  • Must be willing to travel extensively
  • Will be required to undergo training for 18 – 24 months
 
Knowledge and Skills:
Sound knowledge of the NRCS Act; Sound knowledge of the Legal Metrology act; Sound knowledge of the legislation and regulations related to area of specialty which may include but is not limited to the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, Customs Excise Act, Police Act, PFMA, PAJA, SANS, ISO, Consumer Protection Act, Trade Metrology Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, National Road Traffic Act, Sound knowledge of risk assessments;
Knowledge of Quality Management systems;
Knowledge of inspection methods and processes; Knowledge of evaluation methods and processes
 
Behavioural attributes:
Report writing skills; Ability to use judgement; Problem solving; Planning and Organising; Action orientated; Deadline driven; Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
 
NB:
  • Preferred candidate is African Female in order to meet NRCS EE targets as per our EE Plan.
  • Suitably qualified candidates will be subjected to employment and criminal verification checks.
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PLEASE NOTE:
  • To view the detailed advert, please go to the NRCS Website: www.nrcs.org.za (Vacancies Tab)
  • Applications must be submitted on a signed AS 83 Employment Application Form and should be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (preferably in word format) and 3 months certified copies of qualifications and ID copy in order to be considered.
  • Please E-mail all applications to: hr@nrcs.org.za
  • Applications will also be accepted via Post (NRCS, Private Bag X25, Brooklyn, 0075) or hand delivery (SABS Campus, 1 Dr Lategan Road, Groenkloof, Pretoria).
  • Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates and if you do not hear from us within 30 days after the closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful.
  • Please quote the Position you are applying for and the Reference No. on the subject line of your email, when applying for any vacancy.
  • People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Late submission will be automatically disqualified.
  • It is applicant’s responsibility to ensure that foreign qualifications have been evaluated by SAQA
 
  • Closing date for applications: 15 November 2019 by 16h30 close of business.