Plant Inspector – Phytosanitary (Sindh, Urban)

About the role

The National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA) is building its core 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

• Carry out phytosanitary inspections of plants, plant products and regulated articles at borders in line with SOPs.
• Collect official samples for diagnostic analysis, maintaining chain of custody and proper documentation.
• Inspect export consignments to verify compliance with importing‑country phytosanitary requirements before certification.
• Supervise and verify phytosanitary treatments such as fumigation, heat or cold, confirming safety and parameter compliance.
• Monitor approved facilities (packhouses, warehouses, treatment sites, quarantine stations) for regulatory compliance.
• Implement prescribed measures on non‑compliant consignments, including detention, re‑export or destruction.
• Detect, record and report pest interceptions, 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 2 years of experience in plant quarantine, plant protection, inspection or related operations (fresh graduates 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.

Required skills

• Basic computer skills for record entry and reporting.
• Phytosanitary inspection techniques.