Farm Assistant: Facilities X2

Responsibilities

• Carrying out of farm practices as directed by farm management and/or researcher.
• Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available.
• Carrying out of manual tasks as assigned by Supervisors.
• Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions on the use of the appropriate protective clothing.

• Grade 10 with 2 years’ experience and/ or exposure to the fruit farming environment.
• Understanding of basic agricultural practices.
• Basic knowledge on manual operation of farm equipment and machinery.
• Experience in the construction industry (plumbing, carpentry, building etc.) will be an added advantage.
• Good communication skills written and verbal.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Willing to work under adverse weather conditions.

Enquiries:
Mr G Lubisi, Email:
Lubisi Gic.za

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 13 February 2026

A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form.

A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.