Animal Health Technician: Animal Health: Boland

Overview

Animal Health Technician needed in the Western Cape to manage disease control, epidemiology investigations, veterinary public health and animal welfare.

Requirements

• An appropriate National Diploma/B-Degree in Animal Health;
• A minimum of 1- year appropriate post-qualification experience;
• Compulsory registration as an Animal Health Technician with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) in the appropriate field;
• A valid driving licence (Code EB or higher).
• Competencies: Communication skills (written and verbal);
• Good planning and organisational skills;
• Good interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills;
• Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook);
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

• Animal Disease Control;
• Import and Export Policy Control Perform Epidemiology investigations;
• Veterinary Public Health;
• Animal welfare.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Mr. MB Cupido Tel No: (021) 808 5027

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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 must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS