WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 

 

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

 

CLOSING DATE : 15 June 2026 

 

 

 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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STATE VETERINARIAN: PCR PROCEDURES/ RESIDUES AND TOXICOLOGY VETERINARY SERVICES (STELLENBOSCH) REF NO: AGR 25/2026 ORGANISATION 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate BVSc/ BVMCh qualification; Registration as a Veterinarian with the S.A Veterinary Council; A minimum of 1-year post-qualification experience; A valid code B driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Managing technical personnel, Special interest poultry pathology and disease diagnostics; Interest in molecular biology, toxicology and clinical pathology; Animal diseases especially the macro- and microscopic pathology of diseases (veterinary pathology); Laboratory diagnostics in all disciplines with emphasis on infectious diseases and zoonoses; Advising on control, treatment and prevention of animal diseases diagnosed; Monitor the health of sheep and or chicken flock at the laboratory, including treating sick animals and preventative treatment e.g. vaccinations; Personnel management and supervision for technical staff in laboratory sections; Laboratory information management systems (LIMS); Management skills required for the supervision of the laboratory sections including advice and guidance regarding the purchases of reagents and other requirements, within the allocated budget; Principles of a quality management system based on ISO/IEC 17025; Above average verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy in Microsoft Office; Organisational skills, practical, precise and ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to perform full post mortem examination and to recognize and interpret post mortem lessons. 

 

DUTIES : Responsible to render a Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostic service; Populate data bases (e.g. LIMS) to provide veterinary statistics for national and international planning; Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective Veterinary Diagnostic laboratory service. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Dr G Msiza Tel No: (021) 808 5001 

 

 

 

 

 

CELLAR TECHNOLOGIST: AGRO-PROCESSING SUPPORT (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 02/2026 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification) in Oenology; A valid Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) certificate; A valid Code C1 (or higher) driving license with a valid Professional Driving Permit; A valid Forklift license; A minimum of 1 year relevant winemaking experience. Competencies: Working knowledge and understanding of the following: The production of wine, different wine styles (brandy, port, sherry, rose, white, red, sweet, Cap Classique). This should include grape ripeness monitoring, grape receival with pressing and destemming equipment, alcoholic fermentation in various vessels of stainless steel, amphora, terra cotta and oak, conducting malolactic fermentation, filtration of wine, and all relevant wine analysis during the various winemaking processes; Able to perform all relevant and important laboratory techniques (Volatile acidity, pH, titratable acidity, residual sugar, sulpur dioxide); Full operation of a wine cellar. Skills in the following: Good communication and information management skills; Good interpersonal skills; Training and presentation skills; Planning and organising skills; Project management; Innovating and creative thinking; Problem solving and decision making. 

 

DUTIES : Liaise with winemaker on servicing of cellar equipment under supervision; Liaise with and assist assistant winemaker and winemaker to facilitate cellar administration such as WineMS / SAWIS and stock take; Ensure the stock of the chemical store is up to date and order as necessary; Assist the Cellar Manager with human resource management administration; Assist with general administration of the cellar; Assist the Cellar Manager with the implementation of the cellar wastewater; Provide assistance with implementation of pre-harvest program; Continuous evaluation of the functioning of wine machinery equipment and ensuring the on-time servicing thereof; Provide assistance to the winemaker during harvest by means of: coordination of harvesting dates and production process of all wine styles produced; Provide assistance with stability of wines, filtration and bottling of wines; Provide assistance to winemaker in terms of quality management of the wines by means of administration and coordination of wine analysis through SAWIS and IPW; Ensure accreditation systems of the cellar are in place and according to SA Wine Industry standards; Provide assistance to winemaker in terms of wine laboratory practical’s with students; Provide assistance with administration, services and purchases for wine cellar; Experience in a wine cellar working with the production of wine; Relevant experience with IPW accreditation; Practical experience with WineMS, SAWIS, SARS (including both VMP and SVM warehouses); Experience with winery equipment such as sorting tables, weighing scales, peristaltic pumps, presses, crushers and destemming equipment, filtration units, and servicing of such equipment; WSET Level 2; Able to perform all relevant laboratory techniques; Training / practical experience in WineMS / SAWIS / SARS and IPW. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms L Geldenhuys Tel No: (021) 808 5483 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: AGRICULTURAL PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 17/2026 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation/ policies/ prescripts and procedures; Financial regulations and instructions to ensure smooth administrative functioning of the financial administration and procurement; knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment; Disciplinary code and procedures; People management; Skills in the following: Networking and presentation; Communication (written and verbal); Planning and organising; Analytical; Database management; Report writing; Interpersonal skills; Problem solving. 

 

DUTIES : Coordination agricultural partnership for youth development projects and internship; Administer internships, and the Agricultural Partnership for Youth Development and Internship and bursaries programmes; Perform administrative functions; People Management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr J Constable Tel No: (021) 808 5044 / Ms I Stander Tel No: (021) 808 5448