Professional Officer - Quality Control

Overview
The Quality Office for Green Open Spaces, Parks, and Gardens plays a crucial role in ensuring the maintenance and improvement of quality standards within these outdoor environments. We are responsible for monitoring, assessing, and enforcing quality control measures to preserve the aesthetic appeal, safety, and functionality of these green spaces.
Job Responsibilities:

As a Quality Controller, your tasks will encompass:

• Conducting regular inspections of green open spaces, parks, and gardens to assess their condition, cleanliness, and safety. These inspections entail identifying and documenting any issues or deficiencies, such as the health and appearance of landscaping features, and reporting any abnormalities, signs of distress, safety hazards, or vandalism.
• Ensuring compliance with pertinent regulations, standards, and guidelines governing the maintenance and management of green spaces.
  
• Responding promptly to emergencies, such as storms, natural disasters, or accidents that may affect the safety and integrity of the green areas.
  
• Identifying and addressing potential safety hazards within green open spaces, gardens, and parks.
  
• Ensuring that maintenance activities are performed according to established standards and schedules, thereby preserving the aesthetic appeal and health of the green spaces.
  
• Maintaining detailed records of inspections, assessments, and quality control activities for regulatory compliance and accountability purposes.
  
• Collaborating with park management and other stakeholders to address quality-related issues and implement improvement initiatives.
  
• Offering guidance and training to park staff on quality control procedures and best practices.
  
• Engaging with the public, addressing their concerns, and gathering feedback to improve the quality and usability of the green spaces.
  
• Remaining informed about trends, practices, and emerging technologies related to landscape management and quality control.
  
• Participating in professional development activities aimed to enhance knowledge and skills.

Requirements:

Our Client is looking for a Quality Controller with the capacity to effectively collaborate within a dynamic team. Demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with strong organisational abilities and attention to detail, the selected candidate will adeptly recognise and resolve quality concerns. Demonstrating flexibility in their approach to work and a proactive attitude to meet role requirements are essential traits for the ideal candidate.

The position requires a Higher National Diploma in Environmental Science, recognised and certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in a similar role.

Alternatively, applicants may hold a Bachelors Degree in Science (MQF Level 6), recognised and certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC), specialising in the following disciplines: Occupational Health & Safety Management, Quality Management and Technology, Horticulture, and Environmental Science. Candidates should also possess a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in a similar role.

Alternatively, applicants may hold a Masters Degree in Science (MQF Level 7), recognised and certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC), specialising in the following disciplines: Occupational Health & Safety Management, Quality Management and Technology, Horticulture, and Environmental Science. No prior experience is required.