Department of Agriculture & Rural Development: Vacant Posts 2024

Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following positions.

ADMINISTRATION CLERK – ASSET ADMINISTRATION REF NO: LDARD 28/7/2024 (X1 POST)
SALARY: R216 417 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE: Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. No working experience required. Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Knowledge and understanding of Regulations, Acts, Policies and procedures governing Public Service. LOGIS system. Communication skills and Report writing skills. Responsiveness; Pro-activeness; Professionalism; Accuracy; Flexibility; Independent; Co-operative; Team player; Supportive; Flexible; Willing to work under changing environment.
DUTIES: To provide asset administrative services. To provide transport services.
Receive inventory. Issue inventory to the end-users. Record keeping. Provide facilities services.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015)294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

SECRETARY: DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY SERVICES (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: R216 417 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE: Sekhukhune District Ref No: LDARD 29/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Mopani District Ref No: LDARD 30/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Waterberg District Ref No: LDARD 31/7/2024 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate with typing as a subject or any other training course/qualification that will enable the person to perform the work satisfactorily. NQF level 6 Qualification in Management Assistant/Public Management as recognised by SAQA will be an added advantage. Basic knowledge of Clerical administrative work. Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Good telephone etiquette. Computer literacy. Sound organisational skills. Good people skills. High level of reliability. Basic written communication skills. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Good grooming and presentation.
DUTIES: To render a secretarial support service to a Director: District Agricultural Advisory Services. Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director: District Agricultural Advisory Services. Provides a clerical support service to the office of the Director: District Agricultural Advisory Services.
Remains up to date with regard to prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to her/his work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the office of the Director: District Agricultural Advisory Services.
ENQUIRIES: Sekhukhune District: Ms. Laka MA Tel No: (015) 632 7000 or Ms. Mphahlele RS Tel No: (015) 632 7000
Mopani District: Ms. Malatjie MA Tel No: (015) 812 3210 / Ms. Nkuna NS Tel No: (015) 812 2275 and Hlungwani G Tel No: (015) 812 3210 / 18
Waterberg District: Mr. Matjiu SK Tel No: (014) 717 4949 or Ms. Kekana RM Tel No: (014) 717 1324

SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR REF NO: LDARD 32/7/2024 (X1 POST)
SALARY: R183 279 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE: Madzivhandila College of Agriculture

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Able to operate switchboard machines. Able to handle confidential information. Able to read and write. Good communication
and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principle.
DUTIES: Attend to incoming and outgoing telephone calls. Transfer calls to relevant extensions. Provide clients with relevant information. Take messages and convey to relevant staff. Keep record of all outgoing calls. Print and issue telephone accounts. Maintain telephone database. Allocate pin codes when authorised. Identify and report telephone faults to the supervisor.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015)294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

HANDYMAN REF NO: LDARD 33/7/2024 (X1 POST)
SALARY: R155 148 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE: Towoomba Research Station

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 / ABET / AET or an appropriate N3 certificate in either Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry or equivalent appropriate qualification as recognised by SAQA. Minimum one (1) year experience in Construction and maintenance of buildings and related infrastructure. Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Knowledge of maintenance tools and equipment.
Safety regulations. Communication skills. Good interpersonal relation and knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Buildings and related farm infrastructure maintenance experience and knowledge of various types of farm infrastructure and maintenance tools will be an added advantage. Driver`s licence will be an added advantage.
DUTIES: Maintenance of building, fitting and furniture. Conduct regular building inspections. Attend to minor electrical, plumbing, building and carpentry problems. Maintenance of office equipment, Repair broken furniture and equipment. Safekeeping of maintenance tools and supplies. Report defects.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015)294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

TRACTOR DRIVER REF NO: LDARD 34/7/2024 (X1 POST)
SALARY: R155 148 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE: Towoomba Research Station

REQUIREMENTS: Basic education (literacy and numeracy – ABET level 2) certificate or equivalent
qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 1 years’ experience in operation of farm machinery and maintenance of water infrastructure. A valid driver’s License Code EC1 with PDP (with exception of people with disabilities).
N3 certificate or equivalent qualification in diesel mechanics as recognised by SAQA will be an added advantage Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Knowledge of Agricultural Equipment, Ability to Operate the Tractor. Basic diesel mechanic skills. Water/Diesel Engine maintenance skills. Knowledge of various types of farm equipment. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Discing, planting, and harvesting of crop fields. Driving skills.
DUTIES: Operate specialised farming machinery and equipment (including implements).
Operate a tractor with various implements (such as ploughs, Rippers, planters, crop sprayers etc.) attached to assist with the physical execution of various general farming activities. Perform vehicle maintenance and administrative support activities. Operate a specialised machinery (such as harvesters, drilling equipment, excavators etc.).
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015)294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

HOUSEHOLD AID (REF NO: LDARD 35/7/2024) (X1 POST)
SALARY: R131 265 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE: Tompi Seleka Agricultural College

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Certificate in Hospitality. A valid driver’s License (with exception of people with disabilities).
Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Knowledge of cleaning and food services. Cleaning Skills. Problem Solving Skills. Time Management.
Negotiations Skills. Communication Skills. Creativity and Innovation.
DUTIES: To provide housekeeping services at the Agricultural Training Centre. Handle student matters. Provide hostel services. Ensure clean and healthy food.
Provide accommodation logistical support.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015)294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

FARM AID (X4 POSTS)
SALARY: R131 265 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE: Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture Ref No: LDARD 36/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Towoomba Research Centre Ref No: LDARD 37/7/2024 (X3 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS: Basic literacy and numeracy (ABET level 2) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Basic literacy and numeracy. Able to read and write. Communication skills. Good interpersonal relation and knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Farm work experience and knowledge of various types of farm activities will be an added advantage.
DUTIES: To perform routine manual farming activities. Perform routine activities in respect of crop production. Perform routine activities in respect of livestock.
Perform general routine activities. Perform general routine activities in respect of infrastructure.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015) 294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

CLEANER (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: R131 265 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE: Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture Ref No: LDARD 38/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Madzivhandila College of Agriculture Ref No: LDARD 39/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Mopani North Ref No: LDARD 40/7/2024 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 / ABET / AET or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Extensive experience in a cleaning environment. Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Basic literacy and numeracy. Able to read and write. Communication skills. Good interpersonal relations and knowledge of Batho Pele Principles.
Knowledge of cleaning products/materials and equipment. Knowledge of operating cleaning equipment. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure. Teamwork. Client focus and responsiveness. Be able to perform manual work. Show commitment and loyalty. Must be punctual, productive and show good behaviour towards customers. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principle.
Health and safety measures. Working procedures in respect of working environment.
DUTIES: Cleaning of offices, storerooms, corridors, elevators, and boardrooms. Dust and take out waste and providing water during meetings. Refill aqua cooler/s washing walls and windows. Cleaning equipment and machinery. Cleaning windows and all general kitchen utensils. Scrubbing toilets and polishing office floors. Vacuum cleaning using vacuum machine. Provide toilet paper in the toilets. Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015) 294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587
Mopani District: Ms. Malatjie MA Tel No: (015) 812 3210 or Ms. Nkuna NS Tel No: (015) 812 2275

GENERAL WORKER (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: R131 265 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE: Mokopane Laboratory Ref No: LDARD 41/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Makhado Laboratory Ref No: LDARD 42/7/2024 (X1 Post)
Lephalale Laboratory Ref No: LDARD 43/7/2024 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 / ABET / AET or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Basic literacy and numeracy. Able to read and write. Knowledge of cleaning procedures and gardening principles.
Ability to operate basic garden equipment and machinery. Knowledge of maintenance of relevant equipment. Good interpersonal relations Be able to
work in a team. Be able to perform manual work. Show commitment and loyalty. Must be punctual, productive and show good behaviour towards
customers Communication skills.
DUTIES: Maintain premises and surroundings. Maintenance and safekeeping of gardening equipment. Moving furniture and equipment as required. Removing garbage and empty boxes. Assist in receiving stock and goods. Reporting losses/damage to equipment. Loading and offloading of goods.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015) 294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587

GENERAL WORKER (REDLINE GATE/ GUARD/FENCE PATROLER (X4 POSTS)
SALARY: R131 265 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE: Vhembe Far North Ref No: LDARD 44/7/2024) (X2 Posts)
Mopani North Ref No: LDARD 45/7/2024) (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 / ABET / AET or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Knowledge and experience in Security Services will be an added advantage.
Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Basic literacy and numeracy. Able to read and write. Communication Skills. Good interpersonal relations. Report writing.
DUTIES: To perform routine manual farming activities. Control over Movement of cloven hooved animals. Stop, register, and search vehicle from the redline area.
Check meat, dairy product, dung, grass, hides, skins, etc. Confiscate and dispose of products. Open and close the gate. Report confiscated products to
the supervisor for further attention. Conduct fence patrol. Routine check of the redline fence. Repair of fence breakage. Trace animal track along the redline fence. Clear bushes along the redline fence. Control over quarantined animals.
Check permit for animal quarantined. Liaise with the Animal Health Technician for inspection. Keep records. Keep permits register. Kep register for
quarantined animals. Keep register for vehicle movement.
ENQUIRIES: Vhembe District: Mammburu TD Tel No: (015) 963 2005 or Rathogwa MM Tel No: (015) 963 2007
Mopani District: Ms. Malatjie MA Tel No: (015) 812 3210 or Ms. Nkuna NS Tel No: (015) 812 2275

CLOSING DATE: 20 September 2024

APPLICATIONS
Applicants must quote the relevant reference number on the application and apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za or the below addresses: Head office: Polokwane; Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture, Madzivhandila College of Agriculture; Mara Research Centre; Mokopane, Lephalale and

Makhado Laboratory Services: The Acting Head of Department, Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X9487, Polokwane 0700 or hand delivered to: Office 48, Temo Towers Floor 2, 67/69 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0699.

Mopani District: The Director Mopani District Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X577, Giyani 0826 or hand delivered to: Old Parliamentary Building, Giyani 0826.

Waterberg District: The Director Waterberg District Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X1048, Modimolle 0510 or hand delivered to: NTK Building, Modimolle 0510.

Capricorn District: The Director: Capricorn District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X28, Chuenespoort 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 28 Next to Traffic Government offices, Lebowakgomo.

Sekhukhune District: The Director: Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X01, Chuenespoort 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 27 Next to Traffic Government offices, Lebowakgomo.

Vhembe District: The Director: Vhembe District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X2247, Sibasa 0970 or Physical address: Handed in at Makwarela Government offices.

NOTE: Applications should be submitted on the prescribed 2021 Z83 form obtainable from all Government Departments or can be downloaded from www.gov.za.