Plant Inspector – Phytosanitary (Sindh, Rural)

About the role

The National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA) is building a foundational team to strengthen Pakistan's agri‑trade ecosystem. As a Plant Inspector you will conduct phytosanitary inspections at points of entry and exit, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct phytosanitary inspection of plants, plant products and regulated articles at entry/exit points according to SOPs and legal requirements.
• Collect official samples for diagnostic analysis, maintaining chain of custody and proper documentation.
• Inspect export consignments to verify compliance with importing‑country phytosanitary standards before certification.
• Supervise and verify phytosanitary treatments (fumigation, heat, cold, etc.) and confirm safety parameters.
• Monitor approved facilities such as packhouses, warehouses, treatment centres and quarantine stations for regulatory compliance.
• Implement prescribed measures on non‑compliant consignments, including detention, re‑export, treatment or destruction.
• Detect, record and report pest interceptions, non‑compliance, suspected fraud or biosecurity risks, and prepare official reports.
• Coordinate with Customs and other border agencies during inspection and clearance processes.

Required profile

• B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture with a focus on Entomology, Plant Protection, Plant Pathology, Weed Science or a related field (minimum 16 years of education).
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in plant quarantine, plant protection, inspection or related operations; fresh candidates with strong practical exposure may be considered.
• Knowledge of sampling, inspection procedures and basic phytosanitary requirements.
• Ability to work in field/shift environments while maintaining high integrity.
• Basic computer skills for record entry and reporting.