Job Description

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP), Roodeplaat, Pretoria.

• Performs routine field trial activities under supervision.
• Performs routine greenhouse and laboratory activities under supervision.
• Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated HR resources, if applicable.
• Adheres to work plans and provide verbal and written feedback on work activities to supervisor.
• Utilizes equipment, tools, and materials.
• Adheres to financial administrative controls.
• Provides research support, diagnostics and other services.
• Collects data under supervision.
• Adheres to quality standards.
• Visible compliance with Human Resource policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 plus 3 years relevant experience, or Grade 10 plus 8 years relevant experience, or 20 years relevant experience, in Agricultural Environment
• Knowledge of Organizational Health and Safety regulations.
• Relevant experience in pest management in a greenhouse and associated sanitation procedures.
• Experience in disease scouting and sample collection.
• Experience in laboratory work (isolation and cultivation of microbes) will be an added advantage.
• Valid drivers' licence.

Enquiries: Dr Rene Sutherland, Tel: (012) 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 FEBRUARY 2026
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. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver's license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.
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. The company has the right not to appoint.
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