Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250721-3

Tracking Number

AGR 53/2025

Job Title

Laboratory Assistant: Analytical Services: Soil and Water Laboratory (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 53/2025

Department

Agriculture

Salary level

4

Enquiries

Annelene Swanepoel at (021) 808 5320

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Elsenburg

Job Purpose

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render a support service to technicians in the preparation of laboratory tests, as well as sample analyses.

Minimum Requirements

Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Prepare samples for analyses; Perform routine analysis of samples under mentorship/ supervision of senior personnel; Perform basic maintenance on selected equipment and instrumentation; Report all faulty equipment and instrumentation; Maintain tidiness of laboratories; Clean/ sterilize glassware and equipment; Perform basic maintenance and control functions of lab equipment and stock; Perform administrative and related functions including complying with health and safety regulations; Laboratory (soil, plants, water) analyses; Experience in the research environment.

Competencies

Knowledge of laboratory (soil, plants and water); Good analytical skills, attention to detail, technical accuracy; Computer literacy; Must be able to plan to and meet strict deadlines; Ability to work under pressure and follow methods.

Remuneration

R 193 359 - R 227 766 per annum (Salary level 4)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.