Scientific Technician Grade A/B/C (HORTICULTURE)

Oorsig

Scientific Technician Grade A/B/C (HORTICULTURE) at Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in Makhathini Research Station.

Vereistes

• An NQF Level 06 Diploma in Agricultural Sciences.
• Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
• Experience: 3 years’ post qualification experience in an agricultural scientific environment.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards, Sound and broad scientific knowledge on research procedures and activities, sound and broad knowledge of tunnel production, maintenance, equipment calibration and troubleshooting, knowledge of horticulture, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Departmental HRM and HRD Policies, sound understanding of agricultural research methodologies and application of practices and techniques, and scientific methodology and models.
• Skills: Programme and project management, scientific methodologies, research and development, computer- aided scientific applications, analytical skills and data analysis, knowledge legal compliance, technical report writing, creating a high-performance culture, professional judgement, data analysis, mentorship, decision making, team leadership, creativity, self-management, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer literacy, networking, people management, planning and organizing, conflict management, and problem-solving and analysis.

Pligte

• To conduct research and development.
• To perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions.
• To develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
• Human capital development.
• To manage resources of the section.

Hoe om aan te sollisiteer

Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applications submitted electronically will be taken as a final application and may not be amended or supplemented in any way after the closing date indicated in the advertisement. All applications must be addressed to the Acting Head of Department and for reference numbers starting with SSC may be hand delivered or couriered to 4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton, 3245. All applications for reference numbers starting with NSC may be hand delivered or couriered to Lot no. 11634, Corner of Via Verbena and Loop Street, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, 3900.

Navrae: Dr. SR Bezuidenhout Tel No: (033) 355 9657

Notas

Applicants using the manual application process must submit their applications on the prescribed form Z83 (Please Use The New Z83 Form Which Is Effective From 01 January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department or at www.dpsa.gov.za and all applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV. Applicants must ensure that the Z83 application form is completed in full, duly signed and initialled, as failure to do so may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related/supporting documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). No late applications will be accepted. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in the disqualification of your application. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. OTHER POSTS