Scientific Technician (PRODUCTION Level): Soil Plant Water Interaction (RIVIERSONDEREND Tygerhoek)
Department of Agriculture (Western Cape) · Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government, Western Cape, South Africa
Closes 9 November
- Location
- Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government, Western Cape, South Africa
- Salary
- R407 337 per year
- Posted
- 18 October 2026
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
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About the job
REF NO: AGR 56/2026 REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma in Soil Science or equivalent qualification; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Certificated Natural Scientist in the appropriate field of practice; 3 years post qualificati on technical scientific experience; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Soil Science research trials; Major small grain crops in the Western Cape; Soils in the Western Cape climate smart agriculture; Settings, calibration and basic maintenance of appropriate equipment and implements; Technical scientific inputs needed for research trials in the field; Farm work related to research; Technical planning skills; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. DUTIES: Render technical assistance in research projects for the development of more efficient farming practices; Administer the creation/adaptation/maintenance of the necessary infrastructure in accordance with the project plan; Perform all administrative and related functions; Render advice and disseminate technical information to applicable role players; Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field. SALARY: Grade A: R407 337 per annum Grade C: R610 131 per annum CENTRE: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government ENQUIRIES: Ms A Swanepoel Tel No: (021) 808 5320.
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