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Position: General Assistant (Temporary)
Reference Number: ARC-VIMP0939
Location: Roodeplaat, Pretoria
Department: Vegetable, Industrial, and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP)
Positions Available: 10
Industry: Research
Closing Date: 15 November 2024
Salary: Market Related
Job Summary:
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) - Vegetable, Industrial, and Medicinal Plants division (ARC-VIMP) is seeking dedicated and hardworking individuals to join their team at Roodeplaat, Pretoria. Successful candidates will support research activities by assisting with field preparation, maintenance, and other related tasks. This position requires physical work and an ability to work in various conditions, as well as general handyman skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Field Preparation and Maintenance:
- Remove irrigation pipes before land preparation.
- Perform weeding, planting, harvesting, and other activities to prepare fields for research trials.
- Install or remove fences and irrigation systems as needed.
- General Maintenance:
- Conduct basic building repairs, including painting and plumbing.
- Clean and maintain the areas around research fields, fences, and inside glasshouses and tunnels.
- Spray chemicals around fences and buildings following safety protocols.
- Additional Support:
- Assist with any ad hoc tasks required to ensure the smooth operation of research trials.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Minimum Grade 10.
- Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience.
- Skills:
- Proven experience as a painter.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and stand for long periods.
- Highly organized, with attention to detail.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, and certified copies of relevant qualifications, certificates, and a valid driver’s license. Additionally, provide the names and contact details of three (3) traceable referees. For non-South African citizens, a valid permanent residence permit and SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications are required.
Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive a response within four (4) weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful. ARC reserves the right not to appoint.
Enquiries:
Mr. M Makwakwa
Phone: (012) 800 8000
The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the Employment Equity Act, with preference given to designated groups as per the ARC Employment Equity Plan.
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