Professional Officer (Engineer)

The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) invites applications for the post of Professional Officer (Engineer).

Overall Purpose of Position

• Policy development, implementation, coordination, transposition and necessary enforcement in the areas covered by the assigned Directorate General, and in liaison as needed with MCCAA Directorates and Government Entities;


• Risk management of MCCAA regulated products, including sample taking and conducting of on-site visits / technical assessments.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be expected to:

• Provide technical and scientific support regarding issues related to the assigned section on MCCAA regulated products;


• Advise MCCAA Directorates, Government entities, and stakeholders on policies and interpretation of regulations issued by virtue of the relevant legislation;


• Prepare and deliver guidance to stakeholders as required;


• Take regulatory actions and following up as necessary;


• Represent MCCAA and Malta in technical meetings at EU and International fora;


• Analyze legislative proposals in the relevant areas, providing feedback and drafting memoranda and instruction notes as necessary;


• Assist the practical preparations for the implementation of any relevant legal requirements;


• Coordinate with the Quality Manager in maintaining registration of ISO 9001:2015 for MCCAA;


• Prepare for audits and conformity assessment activities as may be required;


• Carry out effectively any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Chairperson’s Office.

Qualifications and Experience
By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must:

• i) Be in possession of a recognised degree at MQF Level 6 (subject to a minimum of 180 ECTS/ECVET credits, or equivalent) in Engineering, or an appropriate, recognised, comparable qualification;


• ii) Have an excellent command of both the English and Maltese languages; and


• iii) Be in possession of a clean police conduct, not older than six months.

Relevant work experience shall be looked upon favourably.

Knowledge, Skills and Competences

• Work under limited supervision;


• Professional judgement and sound reasoning skills;


• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality;


• Problem-solving skills, able to multitask and meet challenging deadlines;


• Highly organised, approachable and flexible;


• Able to maintain a professional approach at all times.

Working Conditions

• May be required to travel on company business;


• Abide by rules and regulations issued by MCCAA;


• Consult with other departmental managers as may be required;


• Expected to maintain oneself abreast with best practices relevant to the post and attend any training which may be provided;


• The nature of this position requires the employee to be physically present during office hours.

Submission of Applications
Interested candidates are to submit their application for the attention of the Director (Human Resources and Administration) at the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority by email via the apply button below. Applications are to include a motivational statement clearly quoting the position being applied for, an updated Curriculum Vitae, a Police Conduct Certificate (obtained within the last six (6) months), copy of the relevant qualification certificates and an MQRIC formal recognition statement/s where applicable. The closing date of the receipt of applications is 23 September 2024 end of business.

Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.

Jobsplus permit number: 176/2023.MCCAA - KMP-93749