Scientist (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction / Animal Housing and Welfare (Elsenburg)

About the role

The Department of Agriculture (Western Cape) is hiring a Scientist (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction / Animal Housing and Welfare (Elsenburg), based in Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R791,604 a year. 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 Reference number to quote: AGR 49/2026 Closing date: 19 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures, Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions, Research and development, Human capital development.

Requirements

• BSc (Agric) or BSc (Hons) degree in Animal Science, Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Professional Natural Scientist, 3 years post qualification natural scientific experience, A valid Code B driving licence.
• Competencies:
• Working knowledge of the following: Research and development
• Computer-aided scientific applications
• Knowledge of legal compliance
• Technical report writing
• Creating high-performance culture
• Professional judgment
• Data analysis
• Mentoring
• Programme and project management
• Scientific methodologies
• Skills in the following: Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical skills, Creativity, Selfmanagement, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy, Networking, People management, Planning and organising, Conflict management, Change management, Problem solving and analysis.