Senior Laboratory Assistant

Oorsig

Senior Laboratory Assistant needed in Stellenbosch to perform routine sample analysis and quality control on agricultural, dairy and liquor products.

Vereistes

• Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate.
• A Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Laboratory and Horticulture.
• Job Related Knowledge: Knowledge of the Public Service and Departmental prescripts /policies.
• Agricultural Product Standards Act 119 of 1990, Liquor Products Act 60 of 1989.
• Job Related Skills: Knowledge and application of the Laboratory quality systems.
• Knowledge of work-related policies and procedures.
• Laboratory techniques and safety.
• Problem solving techniques.
• Effective communication.
• Provisioning administrative system (chemicals, equipment etc).
• Data processing.
• Applicable relevant analytical techniques.
• Efficient managing of stores and ordering of miscellaneous stores.
• Use of relevant laboratory and office equipment.
• Manual dexterity.
• Communication capabilities.
• Insight capabilities in the application of quality assurance documentation.
• Accuracy, thoroughness and timeous Ness.
• Computer skills, application/usage of computer software.
• Alert and troubleshooting skills.
• Administrative and organisational skills Language capabilities with regard to the understanding of quality system documentation.
• Planning and organising abilities.
• Self developmentally inclined.
• Team building.
• Trainings skills/give guidance.
• Extended working hours.
• Handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive.

Pligte

• Prepare samples and perform routine analysis for the determination of i.e. chemical resides / dairy / processed food/liquor products composition components (quality control) which would, inter alia, entail the following;
• Labelling of samples.
• Collecting/taking samples for preparation (i.e. fruit, vegetables, grain and or other agricultural products / processed foods bread, dried fruit, fruit juice, honey vinegar).
• Preparation of sample material by e.g. weighing, drying, cutting etc.
• Preparation of media (eliza kits).
• Preparation and staining of smears.
• Preparation of stains, buffers and reagents.
• Visual inspection and collection of infected material if applicable.
• Perform extractions and basic analyses of samples.
• Record analyses results.
• Storage of samples.
• Packing and/or transport samples.
• Assist in decontamination and disposal of used samples.
• Removal of waste.
• Perform basic maintenance on selected equipment and instrumentation.
• Report all faulty equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform verification and calibration on selected equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain tidiness of laboratories, clean / sterilise glassware and equipment.
• Clean laboratory facilities.
• Clean glassware and laboratory equipment.
• Perform administrative and related functions which would inter alia, entail the following: Inventory control of equipment and consumable for equipment.
• Recordkeeping and updating of the identified register (i.e.
• Register book, sample referral, sample received, record of results, inventory of standards, reagents and chemicals, waste removal).
• Assist with invoicing of analyses.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Hoe om aan te sollisiteer

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email SLArecruit86@nda.gov.za

Navrae: Mr T. Pongolo Tel No: (021) 809 1640.

Notas

EE Target: African Males and Females and persons with disability. To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All shortlisted candidates, for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Campus Manager Ref No: 3/3/1/49/2026 advertised in the Public Services Vacancy Circular no 24 of 2026 was published with the incorrect EE Targets; the correct EE Targets are African Males and Females, and persons with disability. Therefore, the submission of job applications will be accepted from 25 September 2026 until 09 October 2026 at 16:00 through the same application channels published under the Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 dated 10 July 2026. Withdrawal of Advertisement: The post of Senior Security Officer (reference: 3/3/1/83/2026), which was published in the Public Service Vacancy Circular number 32 dated 04 September 2026, closing 18 September 2026, has been withdrawn. OTHER POSTS