WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

 
DUTIES : Water and irrigation engineering; Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects; Human capital development; Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Office administration and budget planning; Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Keuck at Tel No: (021) 808 5340 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
CANDIDATE ENGINEER (CIVIL): SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (ENGINEERING SERVICES) REF NO: AGR 59/2020 (X2 POSTS) 
(4 Year Contract) 
SALARY : R618 732 per annum (All-inclusive salary package) (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Engineering Degree (B Eng/BSC (Eng)) in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification; Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer is compulsory upon appointment; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Water and irrigation engineering; Project management; Engineering design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Networking skills; Decision making skills; Planning and organising skills; Ability to work under pressure; Willing to travel; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Water and irrigation engineering; Design new systems to solve practical engineering problems (challenges) and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Planning, designing, operating and maintenance of engineering projects; Office administration; Prepare inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Research and development; Keep up with new technologies. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Keuck at Tel No: (021) 808 5340 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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CHIEF MECHANICAL ARTISAN: MAINTENANCE REF NO: AGR 58/2019 R1 
SALARY : R386 487 - R441 891 per annum (Grade A, OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Mechanical); A minimum of 10 years post qualification experience post qualification experience required as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman; A valid driving licence. Recommendation: Experience in mechanical workshop management; personnel supervision and procurement and stock keeping; Proven experience in tractor and implement maintenance and repairs. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Mechanical fault detection and tractor maintenance and repairs; Maintenance of farm implements and equipment; Personnel and workshop management skills; Analysing, legal compliance and computer aid applications; Mathematical abilities; Ability to write reports on the diagnoses of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems; Written and verbal communication skills; Adherence and application to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. 
 
DUTIES : Management of technical services in the mechanical and welding workshop; Maintenance and repairing of tractors, implements and other farm machinery and equipment; General administration and stock-keeping of goods and consumables; Manage and develop human resources; Financial Management including procurement and expenditure control. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BB Aucamp at Tel No: (021) 808 5222 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
CANDIDATE ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (CIVIL): SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - VARIOUS LOCATIONS REF NO: AGR 61/2020 
(2 Contract Posts for a 4 Year Contract Period) 
SALARY : R268 713 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : 3-year National Diploma in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification; Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technician (Civil) is compulsory upon appointment; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Water and irrigation engineering; Project Management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Application of computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy; Research and development skills. 
 
DUTIES : Water and irrigation engineering; Render technical services under supervision; Assist engineers, technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities; Perform administrative and related functions; Compile and submit reports as required; Research and development; Keep up with new technologies and procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Keuck at Tel No: (021) 808 5340 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
TRACTOR DRIVER/OPERATOR: VITICULTURE (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 62/2020 
SALARY : R145 281 per annum (Level 04) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 157 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience; A valid code C1 Driving license with a valid PDP. Competencies: Good understanding of the following: Farming activities; Routine tractor work and to use the correct implements with the tractor to plough, rippers, planters, crop sprayers and tow a heavy duty trailer; Ability to handle tools and to perform basic maintenance; Ability to work in a team and independently; Self-management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Planning and organising; Communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Operate a tractor with various implementation (such as plough, rippers, planters, crop sprayers) attached; To assist with the physical execution of various general farming activities; Perform vehicle maintenance and administrative support activities; Operate specialised machinery (such as harvesters, drilling equipment, excavators etc). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Conradie at Tel No: (021) 808 7701 
APPLICATIONS : To apply, please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with copies of ID, Academic qualifications and proof of other requirements as indicated in the advertisement. The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. To submit your application, hand deliver your application form from Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm to, (1) Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights Cape Town, or you may post your application to (2) Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 113 Muizenberg 7950, alternatively you may email your application to, (3) Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, westerncape@respond.co.za. Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. 
 
NOTE : Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preference. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

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