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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) - FARM SUPERVISOR: IRRIGATION AND AFFLUENT WATER MANAGEMENT
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
The ARC-Institute for Fruit, Vine and Wine (ARC-Infruitec-Nietvoorbij) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Stellenbosch:
FARM SUPERVISOR: IRRIGATION AND AFFLUENT WATER MANAGEMENT
Key Performance Areas:
• Oversee a production team and assist the Farm Manager and other management staff with day-to-day management of the farm.
• Manage Farm Assistants and other employees assigned to him.
• Assist with Performance Management of employees under direct supervision.
• Provide support to Research Projects.
• Oversee all aspects of irrigation installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Drive a tractor with Trailor to monitor and manage irrigation.
• Assist with any emergencies including bush and vegetation fires after hours.
• Assist other supervisors/ staff members with their day-to-day activities on request.
• Work abnormal hours due to operational requirements.
• Opening of sewerage system and unclog drains.
• Do monthly electricity and water meter reading.
Requirements:
A National Diploma in Agriculture/ Farming with 3 years’ experience in farming operations.
Grade 12 with at least 5 years work experience on application of irrigation and water management system on a farm.
Computer literacy.
Valid Code B Licence.
Enquiries: Ms S Willemse, Tel: (021) 809 8214 or Mr P Jacobs, Tel: (021) 809 3393
FARM SUPERVISOR: IRRIGATION AND AFFLUENT WATER MANAGEMENT
Key Performance Areas:
• Oversee a production team and assist the Farm Manager and other management staff with day-to-day management of the farm.
• Manage Farm Assistants and other employees assigned to him.
• Assist with Performance Management of employees under direct supervision.
• Provide support to Research Projects.
• Oversee all aspects of irrigation installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Drive a tractor with Trailor to monitor and manage irrigation.
• Assist with any emergencies including bush and vegetation fires after hours.
• Assist other supervisors/ staff members with their day-to-day activities on request.
• Work abnormal hours due to operational requirements.
• Opening of sewerage system and unclog drains.
• Do monthly electricity and water meter reading.
Requirements:
A National Diploma in Agriculture/ Farming with 3 years’ experience in farming operations.
Grade 12 with at least 5 years work experience on application of irrigation and water management system on a farm.
Computer literacy.
Valid Code B Licence.
Enquiries: Ms S Willemse, Tel: (021) 809 8214 or Mr P Jacobs, Tel: (021) 809 3393
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 26 APRIL 2022
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality. NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be e-mail to Infruiteccv@arc.agric.za.
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint.