WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES

 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
REGIONAL TRAINING MANAGER (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 44/2022
SALARY : R477 090 per annum (Level 10)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) in Agriculture or related field; A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience; A valid driving licence (Code B or Higher). Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Agricultural Industry and relevant practices/policies; Industry related training programmes and relevant study fields including social and life skills related programmes; Legislation and prescripts regulating education, training and development. Skills needed: Interpersonal; Planning; Organising; Motivational; Project/ Project management; Budgeting; Diversity management; Entrepreneurial; Marketing; Report writing; Presentation; Facilitation; Coaching and mentoring; People management; Communication (written and verbal); Computer literacy in MS Office packages.
 
DUTIES : Manage the Regional training programmes and operations: Coordinate and facilitate the process of identification and analysis of training needs within the relevant region through stakeholder analysis in collaboration with the Centre Manager and relevant role players; Project/Programme Management: Manage development and specific training projects within the region; Communication and Networking; Finance and Budget: Give inputs to the annual operational budget of the sub-programme in relation to the operations of the decentralised centre; People Management: Managerial oversight, monitoring, guidance and support role with all personnel administration, human resource development and management, and operational management of the decentralised training centre.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Cornelissen at Tel No: (021) 808 5497
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGIST: BACTERIOLOGY, VPH MEDIA AND COORDINATION (STELLENBOSCH) REF NO: AGR 43/2022
SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year National Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Veterinary Technology; Registration as a Veterinary Technologist with South Africa Veterinary Council (upload a copy of your SAVC registration certificate to the application as well as proof of payment of the latest registration fees); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. A valid (code B or higher) driving licence. Recommendation: Experience in diagnostic veterinary bacteriology and other laboratory diagnostic disciplines such as serology and molecular biology. Competencies: Good professional conduct; Proven computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and LIMS); Written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work independently and in a team; The ability to work accurately and precisely.
 
DUTIES : Diagnostic bacteriology, registration, preparation and processing samples for analysis and performing analyses, as well as media preparation and quality control; Relief duty in other laboratory sections such as serology and molecular biology as required; Maintaining a Laboratory Management System in the section according to ISO 17025; Capturing of results in the Laboratory information management system (LIMS); Administration: Maintenance of laboratory registers and statistics; Procurement of laboratory requirements; Stock control; Liaison with other veterinary technologists, veterinarians and the clients of the laboratory.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Seutloali at Tel No: (021) 808 7529
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
LABORATORY CLEANER: BACTERIOLOGY/VPH/MEDIA AND COORDINATION (STELLENBOSCH) REF NO: AGR 42/2022
SALARY : R124 434 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Basic Literacy and Numeracy (ABET). Recommendation: Proven working knowledge and experience in the following: Laboratory; Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles; Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Handling basic laboratory apparatus such as pH meters and analytical balances. Competencies: Record keeping; Good communication skills; Interpersonal skills; Listening skills; Ability to work under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and floors; Specialized cleaning of laboratory glassware and other laboratory equipment instruments and items; Removal of refuse and biological waste, used glassware and other instruments; Perform basic maintenance on selected equipment and instrumentation; Maintain tidiness of designated laboratory section(s); Perform administrative and related functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr. M Seutloali at Tel No: (021) 808 7529
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following:
Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, Unit F6, Bayside Office Park, 41 – 43 Erica Road, Table View, 7441 (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm);
Or 2. Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 60495 Table View 7439;
Or 3. Email your application to: westerncape@immploy.com. Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF).