The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
Introduction
Within the Agriculture department, the Food Safety and Inspection branch is looking for Agri-Food Inspectors (Meat Hygiene). Provincial abattoir operators and meat inspectors (health officers) play a critical role in the food supply chain. They help ensure the safe and hygienic handling of meat and meat products, minimize the risk of foodborne illness, and ensure animals are handled and harvested humanely.
Duties:
The Agri-Food Inspector (Meat Hygiene) is responsible for meat inspection in assigned provincially licensed abattoirs. In addition, the position may be assigned responsibility for inspection of other provincially licensed food processing premises. Inspection duties include antemortem and postmortem assessment of animals, evaluating food safety risks, ensuring appropriate food safety standards are applied, and enforcing compliance with programs and legislation.
Why Work for Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Attractive salaries
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development¿ We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
Diploma in Animal Health technology, B.Sc. in Animal Science, Food Science or other applicable discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience inspecting, slaughtering or processing in an abattoir or meat processing facility; or experience in the regulatory food safety inspection system (focussing on meat inspection); or experience with livestock handling and butchering.
Food safety knowledge including microbiology, chemical and physical hazards associated with the various processing methods, preservation and storage of food.
Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
Knowledge of ante- and post-mortem inspection criteria.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to resolve conflict situations and create good relationships with stakeholders.
Excellent verbal communications skills, including the ability to speak in public.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to use sound judgement to make decisions, often with limited time and information.
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create reports.
Desired:
Experience carrying out inspections, conducting investigations and taking appropriate action.
Knowledge of applicable regulations/legislation, including The Food Safety Act and Regulations, The Public Health Act and Food and Food Handling Establishment Regulation, The Dairy Act and Dairy Regulation, The Livestock Industry Diversification Act, The Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Act and The Animal Care Act and Animal Care Regulation.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5F driver's licence and have access to a vehicle.
Must be willing and able to work with animals both pre and postmortem.
Must successfully complete a colour vision test.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment.
Must be willing to work overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Must be able to travel long distances within Manitoba in a variety of weather, lighting and road conditions.
Must be willing to work in abattoirs, where working conditions can be noisy, hot, cool and damp.
Must be willing to receive rabies vaccine, periodic rabies titre check and tuberculosis testing.
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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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