Farm Aid: Farm Services (Tygerhoek Research Farm, Riviersonderend
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About the role
The Department of Agriculture (Western Cape) is hiring a Farm Aid: Farm Services (Tygerhoek Research Farm, Riviersonderend, based in Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R144,024 – R169,656 a year. How to apply: To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following: Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); Or Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, Or Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF). Reference number to quote: AGR 49/2025 R1 Closing date: 19 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: To apply, please complete an application form (Z83) and current CV (5 pages maximum). The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
Responsibilities
- Taking of soil samples, Irrigation of crops, Planting of crops, Soil cultivation and preparation e.g. Cleaning and houghing, Apply chemical crop protection e.g. Operate a knapsack, Reaping, grading, weighing, packing and storage of seed and plant material, Daily tending of crops/e.g. Weeding and cutting, Harvesting of crops, Asset control and safe keeping of assets, Cleaning of facilities, Disposal of farm waste material, Provide water supply for livestock and farm buildings, Care for equipment e.g. cleaning, oiling and sharpening, Firefighting and prevention, Opening of springs, troughs and unblocking of drains, Loading/off-loading.
Requirements
- Abet level 2 certificate or equivalent.
- Competencies:
- Knowledge and understanding of the following: Protein and grain crops
- Ability to follow relevant technical instructions in the research environment
- Ability to distinguish between crops and weeds
- Skills in the following: Good communication (written and verbal)
- Ability to perform hard manual labour
- Ability to detect changes and variation
- Ability to understand a basic trial plan
- Ability to work under pressure