AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) VACANCIES

 
 
 
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.
 
FLEET MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR
Salary (R 191 510 – R 287 264p p.a) All-inclusive remuneration package
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Assist with service and repairs of vehicles,
 Driving to various service centres for vehicle drop off and pick up,
 Assist with transporting officials to and from various points,
 Capture and completion of log sheets on AX system,
 Attending to internal queries when required such as battery problems, changing tyres,
 Be a representative at local Traffic department under the Proxy,
 Ensure that vehicles are always roadworthy and serviced,
 Keeping of service records and filing on vehicles,
 Participate in Ad hoc duties for Assets on the following: physical location and numbering of assets,
 Assisting with asset disposals,
 Compliance with OHS Act, by always ensuring safety and roadworthy,
 Compliance with National Road Traffic Act.
 
Requirements:
 Grade 12 with at least 5 years work experience on Transport or Fleet Management environment,
 Good communication skills in two official languages of the Western Cape,
 Proficiency in MS Office suite. Knowledge of Microsoft AX will be added advantage,
 Knowledge of SA National Road Traffic Regulations,
 Valid Code B Licence.
 
Enquires: Ms N Mposula, Tel: (021) 8093157
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
RESEARCH ASSISTANT: GRAPE BREEDING
Salary (R142 894 – R214 343 p.a) All-inclusive remuneration package
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Tending to plants in glasshouses and tunnels,
 Weighing chemicals and prepare nutrient solutions,
 Monitoring of pests and diseases in tunnels and glasshouses,
 Assists with spraying plants with fungicides and pesticides,
 Assists with planting seedlings from glass jars to seed trays,
 Plant seedlings from seed trays to plastic plant bags,
 Keep record of numbers of plants and seeds per cross,
 Ensure that plants are grouped together according to crosses,
 Collect seeds from grape berries (crosses), preparing seeds for stratification and sowing seeds for germination and tending to germinating seeds and small seedlings,
 Assists with preparing soil mixtures and filling plant bags,
 Assists with collection, preparation and storage of graft wood and plant samples for virus, mineral deficiencies, and DNA testing,
 Correct use of equipment according to specification,
 Keep equipment neat and clean,
 Any other ad hoc tasks that may be reasonable to be assigned to the job incumbent,
 Assists researchers on other projects,
 Complies to all occupational health and safety regulations.
 
Requirements:
 Grade 12,
 Experience of grapevine growing and knowledge to monitor and identify grape diseases and pests,
 Experience working in nurseries and with young plants especially with grape plants,
 Experience and practical knowledge of grape growing,
 Excellent communication skills verbal and written,
 Attention to detail and work accuracy extremely important,
 Computer skills is recommendation for record keeping,
 Valid driver’s licence.
 
Enquires: MS P Burger, Tel: (021) 809-3021
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
RESEARCH ASSISTANT: OLIVES GENEBANK
Salary (R142 894 – R214 343 p.a.) All-inclusive remuneration package.
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Maintenance/ tending of plants in olive nursery,
 Maintenance of irrigation system and scheduling of irrigation in olive nursery,
 Monitoring of pests and diseases in olive nursery,
 Correctly and timely application of fungicides and pesticides and nutrition (foliar) in olive nursery,
 Weed control in olive nursery and area surrounding nursery,
 Prepare growth medium and filling plant bags,
 Organise seedling plants in olive nursery according to groups,
 Establishing plants in olive gene bank field blocks and reporting problems,
 Pruning plants in olive gene bank field blocks as needed,
 Timeous and accurate Data collection,
 Supervising work teams,
 Provides research support and other services to researchers and technicians,
 Performs routine activities independently or under supervision when needed,
 Correct use of equipment according to specification and operating procedure,
 Responsible to keep equipment and work area neat and clean,
 Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.
 
Requirements:
 Grade 12,
 Experience working in nurseries and with young plants and practical knowledge of olive growing or production,
 Knowledge of common olive diseases,
 Proficiency in MS Office suite.
 Must be able to carry heavy crates, fertilizer bags etc,
 Must be willing to travel,
 Excellent interpersonal skills,
 Ability to organise and work systematically,
 Valid driver’s licence is recommended.
 
Enquiries: Ms A Nieuwenhuys, Tel: (021) 809 3100 / 3107
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
RESEARCH ASSISTANT: VITICULTURE
Salary (R142 894 – R214 343p.a) per annum. All-inclusive remuneration package.
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Responsible for bud fertility analyses client liaison, analyses and record keeping,
 Maintain good relations and advanced research support to clients, technicians, and researchers,
 Provides research support, diagnostics, and other services for any research project,
 Performs routine activities under supervision and any other assigned ad hoc tasks,
 Supervises allocated HR resources and assists in coordinating of work activities,
 Adheres to work plans as prescribed by the line manager,
 Utilises field and laboratory equipment and materials according to specifications,
 Report any equipment or infrastructure defects timeously,
 Keep equipment and work areas clean and sterilise cold rooms and other storage facilities,
 Clean the laboratory, laboratory consumables and laboratory equipment after analyses,
 Collects data under supervision and provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors,
 Record keeping and tracking of samples and analyses,
 Responsible for vehicle log sheets, licences, maintenance records,
 Render administrative and procurement support to researchers,
 Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.
 
Requirements:
 Grade 12 with 3 years relevant experience in research and grapevine growing, nursery and fruit tree related research activities,
 Practical knowledge of grape and other fruit tree growing or nursery and handling of fresh produce,
 Proficiency in MS Office suite,
 Must be in good physical health and able to carry heavy equipment and crates,
 Must be able to work in the laboratory and in the field.
 Must be willing to travel,
 Attention to detail and work accuracy,
 Valid driver’s licence.
 
Enquires: Ms J Strydom, Tel: (021) 809 3100/3159
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Robertson Research Farm: Robertson
 
TRACTOR DRIVER
Salary (R123 816 – R185 727 p.a) All-inclusive remuneration package
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Working on a tractor with various implements, including bush cutter, slasher, spraying machine, fertiliser spread, planter etc. at a correct speed,
 Ensure proper soil preparation is done accurately, timeously and in a professional manner,
 Safe transportation of workers, farm produce, fertilizers, and other farm equipment,
 Pruning, suckering, canopy management and harvesting of fruit trees / vineyards,
 Basic maintenance of the tractor, implements, irrigation & trellis systems,
 Reporting of any symptoms of defects and breakages on the tractor & implements,
 Time management with execution of individual & team tasks,
 Record keeping of day-to-day work done, diesel usage, spraying programs,
 Assist with general farm work,
 Comply with all requirements of the OHS Act.
 
Requirements:
 Grade 10,
 3-5years experience as a tractor operator,
 Good reading and writing skills,
 Valid B Drivers Licence is to your advantage.
 
Enquiries: Mr SK Qotyiwe, Tel: (023) 626-3832
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bien Donne Research Farm: Groot Drakenstein
 
FARM ASSISTANT
Salary (R107 288 – R160 932 p.a) All-inclusive remuneration package
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Pruning-, suckering and canopy management of fruit trees and harvesting,
 Assist with planting of trees, trellis systems, irrigation systems, forming of trees,
 Apply irrigation, fertilizers, chemical sprays, and cover crops as per instructions,
 Assist with the maintenance of security fences, trellis- and irrigation systems,
 Assist with general farm work,
 Monitoring of pest and deceases, security fences, irrigation probes,
 Aid Researchers with their tasks including collecting of soil, leaves, fruit, cover crops and prune cuttings,
 Assist maintenance team with repairs of farm buildings,
 Apply the health & safety requirements as expected from the work environment,
 Willing to work overtime to optimize work.
 
Requirements:
 Grade 7,
 Must be able to read and write,
 Good written and verbal communication skills,
 At least 5 years’ experience working on a Fruit Farm.
 
Enquires: Ms Willemse, Tel: (021) 809 3413
 
 
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 03 NOVEMBER 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

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The ARC-Central Office (ARC-CO) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Hatfield, Pretoria: 
 
RISK MANAGER 
Salary: (R708 556 to- R1 062 835 p.a) All-inclusive remunerations package 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Co-ordinate all Risk Management activities strategic, operational and project level across ARC, 
• Assist with undertaking business risk assessments at all levels of the ARC, i.e., strategic, operational, and programme, and periodically monitor the progress made on risk minimisation, 
• Review and Analyse risk reports monthly, quarterly, etc. as submitted by ARC risk owners, in order to identify and timeously respond to any non-compliances to the ARC Enterprise Risk Management Reporting Framework, 
• Assist with the phased review of the ARC internal control measures, across all its business processes, against “best practice” and where weaknesses are identified, monitor the implementation of recommendations and its compliance, 
• Monitor, evaluate and periodically communicate the status of Risk Management practices in the ARC, 
• Analyse and report on the management of risk exposures to the ARC Corporate Enterprise Risk Management Committee (CERMC) and other similar ARC Governance Structures, 
• Manage business risks by identifying and developing/ reviewing appropriate risk management strategies and policies, 
• Provide inputs into the ARC requisite assurance plan and be involved in co-ordinating outputs to assurance providers, 
• Facilitate activities linked to the ARC Combined Assurance Process, 
• Co-ordinate the ARC acquisition and maintenance of a comprehensive insurance portfolio, 
• In consultation with the supervisor to ensure for effective functioning of the CERMC, 
• Provide inputs and be an integral part of the ARC strategy development and organisational performance management process and systems, i.e. Monitoring and Evaluation, 
 
Requirements: 
• B Degree, with specialization in Risk Management. A Postgraduate Diploma/Degree (Honours /Masters) will be an added advantage, 
• 5 years working experience in risk and insurance management, at a managerial level, business and operational management experience, 
• Experience in implementing and maintaining operational standards or “best practices”, 
• Exposure within strategy, planning, and organisational performance management environments. 
• Budget and Financial Management skills, 
• Proficiency in Ms office suite, 
• Attention to detail, 
• Good verbal and written communication skills, 
• Good interpersonal skills, 
• Professional Registration Associate/Fellow or Certification Practitioner/Professional with The Institute of Risk Management South Africa, 
 
 
Enquires: Dr. Hilton Vergotine, Tel: (012) 427-9707 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 OCTOBER 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 HRCV@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.