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KWAZULU-NATAL DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT 
 
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the promotion of diversity and equity in employment. Women and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reserves the right not to fill any advertised post. 
Invited candidates will attend interviews at their own cost. 
 
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be addressed to the Acting Head of Department and should preferably be hand-delivered or couriered to 4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton, 3245. Applications may also be posted to Private Bag X6005, Hilton, 3245. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 21 July 2023 
 
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NOTE : Applications for the above post must be submitted on the most recent Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or www.dpsa.gov.za All applications must be accompanied by the applicant’s detailed CV. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant supporting documents. Short listed candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all educational qualifications including Senior (Matric) Certificate and supporting documents (Identity documents, drivers licence etc.) on or before the day of the interview. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. NB: Late, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. All applications must quote the correct reference number. It may be required of the successful candidate to undergo a security clearance. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit proof of such evaluation. Applications will not be acknowledged due to the large volume of applications received. Candidates who failed to comply with the above instructions will be disqualified.





OTHER POST
 
 
CHIEF ENGINEER GRADE A REF NO: SSC33/2023 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R1 146 540 per annum, (all-inclusive salary OSD package) 
CENTRE : Cedara – Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Engineering or a BSc Engineering Degree (Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering) and a valid driver’s license. Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer. Experience: 6 years’ relevant post qualification experience as a registered professional engineer (Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering). Knowledge: Sound knowledge of site investigation, survey, construction supervision, PFMA, OHS Act, relevant legislation standards, SABS standards, knowledge of Water Resource Infrastructure and Management, Water Act and Soil Conservation Act. Skills: Problem solving skills, planning and design, supervision and self-management, good communication (written and verbal), must be client focused and responsive, computer literacy (MS Office, CAD, GPS survey), people management and empowerment, budgeting and monitoring and evaluation, good organising, ability to work independently, under pressure and outside normal hours, good interpersonal relations, accuracy and attention to detail. 
 
DUTIES : Provide leadership and support by applying engineering principles and techniques to address engineering challenges through research and development by following an approved CPD program for continued professional registration purposes. To perform and manage all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that results in progress in technology and agricultural engineering applications. Manage the Professional Engineering Services Unit to provide high-level technical expertise and support to line function staff. To render implementation of projects, attend to enquiries and provide technical engineering advice and services to farmers. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms SE Ndlela Tel No: (033) 343 8024