Job Description

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Natural Resources & Engineering (ARC-NRE), Stellenbosch, Western Cape

• Assist in the installation, configuration and maintenance of weather station equipment.
• Support fieldwork involving inspection, repair and replacement of faulty electronic components.
• Perform laboratory testing and calibration of sensors, including temperature, humidity, wind, radiation and rainfall sensors.
• Assist in developing and debugging embedded software using C, BASIC or equivalent.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of web-based monitoring tools (HTML, JavaScript, PHP).
• Maintain detailed technical records of calibrations, repairs and field visits.
• Assist with diagnostics and data verifications from weather station systems.
• Compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and procedures.

Job Requirements

• National Diploma in Electronic Engineering (specializing in embedded systems).
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, analogue/digital electronics and microcontrollers (e.g. PIC, Arduino, ARM).
• Practical experience with C, BASIC or similar low-level languages.
• Basic proficiency in web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript or PHP).
• Familiarity with electronic test equipment and tools for calibration and repair.
• Exposure to environmental sensor calibration techniques will be an added advantage.
• Experience with dataloggers, especially Campbell Scientific systems.
• Understanding of serial communication protocols (RS-232/RS-485).
• Knowledge of databases or web-based dashboards for technical data display.
• Valid driver's license (code 08/EB)

Enquiries: Dr ME Moeletsi: Tel: 012 310 2500
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 03 DECEMBER 2025
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 (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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.
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