RESEARCH ASSISTANT, AGRONOMY (SHARED SERVICES)
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
Key Performance Areas:
Maintain the general appearance of field trial sites,
Provide research support, diagnostics, and other services,
Adhere to work plans and provides verbal feedback on work activities to the supervisor,
Manage allocated facilities, fields, materials, and equipment and ensure optimal utilisation of resources.
Identify the need for human resources in projects and manage the allocated resources.
Requirements
Grade 12 with 3 years’ experience or Grade 10 with 10 years of relevant experience in Agronomy or a related
field,
Basic understanding of weed control, soil cultivation methods, fertilisation, spraying for disease and pest
control, irrigation systems (installation, operation, and maintenance), and sustainable field management
Ability to solve problems, organise, and work without direct supervision,
Experience and demonstrable knowledge in vegetable and/or medicinal plant production,
Practical skills, such as small repairs on irrigation systems, tools, and implements, will be an added
advantage.
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety aspects,
A valid drivers’ license.
Enquires: Mr Neo Nyakane at (012) 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and stature of the position.
The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance, and preference will be given to South African
citizens. Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter and a detailed CV (including certificates, supporting
documents, a copy of the driver’s license, and nationality). NB: Non-RSA citizens and work permit holders must
attach certified copies, as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees. Click on the link to apply:
https://forms.office.com/r/tYHghCd4e0
A 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 Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity
employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to
appoint.
All the best with your applications
