Technical Officer Metrology

Implement measures to support the enforcement of the National Metrology Act and its Regulations; Verification of weighing devices

Responsibilities

-   Implement measures to support the enforcement of the National Metrology Act and its Regulations;

-   Development of testing protocol for pattern approval, initial verification and in-service verification of measuring and weighing devices;

-  Perform testing inclusive of examinations on measuring and weighing devices for pattern approval, initial and in-service use.

-  Conduct testing and Examination of Weighing and Measuring Equipment for Pattern approval, Initial Verification and In-service Verification;

-  Implement programmes for the maintenance of traceability for national and reference standards under the control of the GDBS;

- Calibration and verification of reference and working measurement standards used by the GDBS and clients;

- Calibration and verification of reference and working measurement devices used by the GDBS and clients;

-   Supervise the execution of the annual legal metrology programme;

-   Supervision of the metrology inspectorate;

- Provide technical guidance and support to  industry on metrology matters;

-   Preparation of calibration, verification, departmental, quarterly and annual reports and workplans;

-   Update and validate data entry into the Information Management System, where applicable;

-   Assist in the implementation of the ISO/IEC 17025 standard;

-   Promotion of quality awareness throughout the organization;

-  Represent the GDBS at national, regional and international meetings and committees on metrology and matters relating to the work of the GDBS

-   Conduct and/or assist in the implementation of training programmes on metrology and related matters;

Qualifications

-  University degree in one or more of the scientific disciplines covered by the work of the Bureau, e.g., Physics, Mathematics or Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering

- A minimum of three (3) years scientific experience;

- Experience in the implementation of standards, including international regulations, or a preparedness to undergo training in standards work is essential;

- At least 2 years of operating experience with managerial disciplines, particularly quality management