Scientific Technician (Production Level): Soil Plant Water Interaction (Riviersonderend Tygerhoek)

About the role

The Department of Agriculture (Western Cape) is hiring a Scientific Technician (Production Level): Soil Plant Water Interaction (Riviersonderend Tygerhoek), based in Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R407,337 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 56/2026 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Render technical assistance in research projects for the development of more efficient farming practices, Administer the creation/adaptation/maintenance of the necessary infrastructure in accordance with the project plan, Perform all administrative and related functions, Render advice and disseminate technical information to applicable role players, Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Soil Science or equivalent qualification, Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Certificated Natural Scientist in the appropriate field of practice, 3 years post qualification technical scientific experience, A valid driving licence.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the following: Soil Science research trials
• Major small grain crops in the Western Cape
• Soils in the Western Cape climate smart agriculture
• Settings
• Calibration and basic maintenance of appropriate equipment and implements
• Technical scientific inputs needed for research trials in the field
• Farm work related to research
• Technical planning skills
• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
• Communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team