Scientific Technician Grade A/B/C (Grass and Forage Scientific Research Services)
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About the role
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring a Scientific Technician Grade A/B/C (Grass and Forage Scientific Research Services), based in Cedara Research Station. This is a permanent post, paying R407,337 a year. How to apply: Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applications submitted electronically will be taken as a final application and may not be amended or supplemented in any way after the closing date indicated in the advertisement. All applications must be addressed to the Head of Department and for reference numbers starting with SSC may be hand delivered or couriered to 4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton, 3245. All applications for reference numbers starting with NSC may be hand delivered or couriered to Lot no. 11634, Corner of Via Verbena and Loop Street, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, 3900. Emailed applications will not be accepted. Reference number to quote: SSC40/2026 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures Provide technical support and advice.
- Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions.
- Research and development.
- Human capital development.
Requirements
- An NQF Level 06 Diploma in Agricultural Sciences.
- Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
- Experience: 3 years’ post qualification experience in an agricultural scientific environment.
- Knowledge:
- Scientific methodologies
- Research and development
- Knowledge of legal compliance
- Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA)
- Labour Relations Act
- Public Service Act
- Public Service Regulations
- Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act
- Departmental HRM and HRD Policies
- Skills:
- Technical: Programme and project management
- Computer-aided scientific applications
- Technical report writing
- Creating highperformance culture
- Professional judgment
- Data analysis
- Mentoring
- Generic: Decision making, team leadership, analytical skills, creativity, selfmanagement, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer literacy, networking, people management, planning and organizing, conflict management, change management, problem solving and analysis.