The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) strives to ensure food safety and hygiene across the province. With its mandate expanding, PFA aims to induct new staff in 2024 through advertisements in leading newspapers and the official website.
These PFA job openings provide an opportunity for qualified individuals to serve as food safety professionals in Punjab. This article outlines available PFA positions, eligibility criteria, application process, selection procedure, training and benefits for appointments in 2024.
Introduction to Punjab Food Authority
Punjab Food Authority was established in 2011 under the Punjab Food Authority Act to regulate all food business operators in Punjab. PFA is responsible for:
- Inspecting food establishments and checking compliance with safety standards
- Testing food samples at laboratories
- Imposing penalties for violations and unsafe practices
- Training food industry workers on safety protocols
- Raising public awareness about food adulteration
- Recommending policy reforms for improving food standards
With the growing number of food businesses, PFA requires additional staff to effectively discharge its duties in 2024.
Latest Jobs in Punjab Food Authority 2024
PFA is recruiting for the following positions to boost its capacity in 2024:
Food Safety Officers
Responsible for inspecting restaurants, hotels, bakeries, sweet shops, dairy farms, food factories etc. to check cleanliness, hygiene and food quality.
Food Safety Inspectors
Collect food samples for lab analysis and joint inspections with FSOs. Track violations and submit analyst reports.
Assistant Directors Food Safety
Supervise teams of inspectors and officers. Oversee monitoring operations and drive legal action against violators.
Food Analysts
Conduct scientific testing of collected food samples at PFA labs to identify adulteration and contamination.
Lab Assistants
Assist Food Analysts in meticulously testing food samples and maintaining records.
Legal Officers
Provide legal guidance, represent PFA in court cases and litigation against food businesses.
Assistant Directors Admin & Finance
Finance professionals to manage budgets, payroll, procurements, and other admin functions of PFA.
Eligibility Criteria for PFA Jobs
To be eligible, applicants must possess:
- Domicile of any Punjab district
- Minimum 16 years of relevant education such as DVM, BSc Food Science, MSc Chemistry etc.
- Computer literacy
- Age between 21-40 years
- Physically fit with no prior major medical conditions
- Clean criminal record
How to Apply for PFA Jobs 2024
Eligible candidates can apply through the following process:
- Visit www.pfa.gop.pk frequently to check job advertisements.
- Download the application form along with instructions from the website.
- Fill the form with all required details and supporting documents.
- Submit the application to PFA Headquarters or designated banks.
- Attach attested copies of academic transcripts, CNIC, domicile certificate etc.
- Retain receipt and candidate number for reference.
- Follow any test/interview schedules communicated.
Meeting the application deadline is crucial for consideration.
PFA Selection Process
PFA follows a competitive selection process based purely on merit:
- Initial screening of applicant eligibility
- Relevant written exam or tests
- Panel interviews
- Evaluation of academic credentials
- Compilation of final merit list
- Issuance of offer letters to selected candidates
- Training and induction before field posting
Benefits of Joining PFA
- Professional training in food safety disciplines
- Handsome pay packages, additional allowances and yearly increments
- General Provident Fund and pension benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Official vehicle and fuel allowance
- Opportunity to ensure food safety and security
The upcoming PFA jobs provide a chance for qualified individuals to join Punjab’s mission of promoting public health through food safety.
