Job Reference Number: ARC-VIMP0940
Department: 09 - RVOPI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 3
Salary: Market Related

Job Description

• Performs routine greenhouse activities under supervision.
• Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated HR resources, if applicable.
• Adheres to work plans and provide verbal and written feedback on work activities to supervisor.
• Utilises tools, implements and materials.
• Adheres to financial administrative controls.
• Provides research support, and other services.
• Collects data under supervision.
• Adheres to quality standards.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus 3 years relevant experience in Agronomy OR Grade 10 (NFQ 2) plus 10 years relevant experience in Agronomy.
• Relevant experience in cultivation and maintenance of vegetable crops, including land preparations, planting, weeding, harvesting, fertilizer applications and irrigation pipe set-up.
• Relevant experience in greenhouse sanitation practices.
• Relevant experience in growth media preparations and seedling/plantlet production.
• Effective utilization of tools, farm implements and research materials.
• Competence in driving a tractor will be an added advantage.
• Competence in herbicide and pesticide applications will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license will be an added benefit.

Enquiries: Mr Neo Nyakane: Tel: (012) 808 800

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 22 NOVEMBER 2024

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies.

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.