WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES

​NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to do a practical and 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 8:00 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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
STATE VETERINARIAN: EXPORT CONTROL (VETERINARY SERVICES) REF NO: AGR 51/2024 
SALARY : R849 702 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration as a Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); A minimum of 1 year post qualification 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. Recommendation: Masters degree (or higher qualification); Experience in the following: Database design; Video editing and YouTube. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000) and the regulations and policy pertaining to this act; Ante-mortem and post- mortem examinations of animals/birds, with special reference to zoonotic or other conditions that may affect humans; International requirements regarding meat safety, in particular requirements of the Codex Alimentarius Commission; Animal Disease Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984);Auditing of food establishment; Pathology; Asset management; Personnel management; Proven Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to: Work independently in a team; Work accurately and precisely; Work under stressful conditions. 
 
DUTIES : Monitoring of the procedures and processes at the abattoirs, food processing and animal by-product processing establishments to ensure compliance with national and international requirements for export; Certification of exports of live animals, meat, meat products and animal products; Implementation of remedial and control actions if export requirements are not met; Record keeping and reporting of activities and export data as required; Participation in provincial export product safety programmes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr V Henwood Tel No: (021) 808 5377 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
MESSENGER: ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 52/2024 
SALARY : R131 265 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE : Department Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Grade 10 certificate and A minimum of 3 years relevant experience Recommendation: A valid code B driving license. Competencies: A good understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal) and Ability to work independently and as part of team. 
 
DUTIES : General Messenger duties to sub programmes; Receive and distributing of goods/stock; Packaging of residue samples; Maintenance of stores. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N April Tel No: (021) 808 5053 
APPLICATIONS : To apply, please complete an application form (Z83) and current CV (5 pages maximum). The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. 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, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); 
Or Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, 
Or Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za
Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF). 
 
NOTE : Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
 
 
 
 
 
FARM AID: VETERINARY LAB SERVICES: QUALITY CONTROL REF NO: AGR 54/2024 
SALARY : R131 265 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE : Department Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Able to read and write/Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET 3/Grade 7) and A minimum of 1 year relevant on-farm experience. Recommendation: A valid code B driving license. Competencies: Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of team; Ability to perform daily physical labour and accurately and precisely; Good professional conduct. 
 
DUTIES : General care and maintenance of sheep and poultry flock; Use of general and specialized machinery such as tractor, chain-saw, irrigation systems; Maintaining biosecurity and biosafety in poultry flock; Perform and or assist with duties relating to the supply of biological material to the testing laboratory with includes artificial insemination of poultry, collection of blood; Administration: maintenance registers and worksheets. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Dreyer Tel No: (021) 808 7512 
APPLICATIONS : To apply, please complete an application form (Z83) and current CV (5 pages maximum). The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. 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, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); 
Or Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, 
Or Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za
Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF). 
 
NOTE : Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.