Animal Health Technician: Animal Health: (Various Posts Available in Malmesbury, Boland, Swellendam and Beaufort West)
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About the role
The Department of Agriculture (Western Cape) is hiring an Animal Health Technician: Animal Health: (Various Posts Available in Malmesbury, Boland, Swellendam and Beaufort West), based in Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 – R486,501 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 37/2026 Closing date: 19 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement disease control measures, Render a support service to the State Veterinarian with regard to animal disease control, reproduction and production advancement, sample collection and law enforcement, Provide extension services on animal health to animal owners, Perform administrative and related functions.
Requirements
- An appropriate National Diploma in Animal Health as recognized by SAQA, at least 3 years appropriate experience (post-qualification experience), Valid registration with South African Veterinary Council, A valid Code EB driving licence.
- Competencies:
- Working knowledge of the following: Extensive fieldwork under varying environmental conditions
- Exposure to infectious diseases and biohazards
- Physical mobility and ability to handle animals
- Skills in the following: Communication skills (written and verbal), Investigation skills, Report writing, Analytical skills, Interpretation skills.