ARC Vacancies

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FARM ASSISTANT

Job Reference Number: ARC-INFR0416
Department: 04 – INFRUITEC
Industry: Horticulture/Agriculture
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC-Deciduous Fruit, Vines, and Wine (ARC- Infruitec-Nietvoorbij) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Stellenbosch.

Job Description

• Pruning, suckering and canopy management of fruit trees/wine and table grapes, harvesting.
• Function independently in the orchards and be able to solve problems with the help of a supervisor.
• Assist in planting of new commercial & research blocks, i.e. planting trees, trellis systems, irrigation systems, forming of trees, etc.
• Apply irrigation, fertilizers, chemical sprays and cover crops according to instructions.
• Assist with maintenance of security fences, trellis and irrigation systems.
• Assist with general farm work, e.g. managing the tool room, cultivation of fruit rows, cleaning the farm, taking soil & leaf samples, making firebreaks, etc.
• Monitor pests and deceases, security fences and irrigation probes.
• Report any problems on the farm.
• Aid Researchers in their daily tasks, collect soil, leaves, fruit, cover crops and prune cuttings, etc.
• Assist the maintenance team in improving and repairing farm buildings.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements.
• Must be willing to work overtime to optimize work.

Job Requirements

• Ability to read and write.
• 2 – 5 years’ farm experience (wine and table grape farm.)

Enquiries: Mr. Guillaume Kotze: Tel: (021) 809 3080

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 7 JANUARY 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.

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 (3) recent 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.

TRACTOR DRIVER

Job Reference Number: ARC-INFR0415
Department: 04 – INFRUITEC
Industry: Horticulture/Agriculture
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC-Deciduous Fruit, Vines, and Wine (ARC- Infruitec-Nietvoorbij) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Stellenbosch.

Job Description

• Working on a tractor with various implements such as a bush cutter, slasher, spraying machine, fertilizer spreader, planter, etc. at the correct speed.
• Ensure good quality work is done accurately, timeously and in a professional manner.
• Transporting farm produce, fertilizers, personnel, building & irrigation material, compost, trees/vines to and from orchards in a safe manner.
• Pruning, suckering, canopy management and harvesting of fruit trees.
• Responsible for the basic maintenance of the tractor (grease nipples, check tyre pressure, water, oil, battery, air filters) implements, irrigation & trellis systems.
• Report any symptoms of defects and breakages on the tractor & implements immediately to the Supervisor and Farm Manager.
• Record keeping of day-to-day work, diesel usage, spraying programs and timeous handling of these records.
• Assist with general work, e.g. working with pick, spade and fork, cultivation of vineyard rows, cleaning the farm and repair farm fence.
• Comply with all OHS Act requirements regarding the correct and safe use of tractor & implements, safe handling and use of agro chemicals according to the AVCASA rules and legislations.

Job Requirements

• Grade 10
• 3 years’ experience as a tractor operator.
• Good reading and writing skills.
• Valid B Drivers License will be an added advantage.

Enquiries: Mr. Guillaume Kotze: Tel: (021) 809 3080

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 7 JANUARY 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.

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 (3) recent 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.

SENIOR MANAGER RESEARCH: OVR (5- Year Fixed Term Contract)

Job Reference Number: ARC-OVR10/26
Department: 10 – OVI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC-Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC-OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Onderstepoort, Pretoria:

Job Description

• Resource Allocation: Managing budgetary and resource allocation decisions to support the institution’s mission and goals.

• Process Improvement: Identifying and implementing process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance service delivery and reduce costs.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborating with Executive Manager: Animals and Biotechnology to develop and execute strategic plans that align with the institution’s mission and vision.
• Lead and Direct: Lead and Direct the Institute’s Research and Management Agenda.
• Shared Services Management: Collaborating with the Executive Manager: Shared Services/ Corporate Support, in overseeing the shared services functions within the institution, ensuring they operate cohesively and meet their respective objectives.
• Policy Implementation: Ensuring that policies, procedures, and regulations are effectively communicated and adhered to throughout the Institute.
• Performance Evaluation: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the institution’s performance and make data-driven decisions.
•  Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating operational risks and challenges that could impact the institution’s mission or reputation.
• Stakeholder Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Innovation and Technology: Promoting the adoption of innovative technologies and practices to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.
• Emergency Response and Continuity Planning: Implementing plans for emergency response, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
• Compliance and Legal Affairs: Ensuring that the institution complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Human Resources Management: Collaborating with Human Capital Business Partner, oversee personnel, including hiring, training, and performance management, to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Financial Management: Collaborating with Finance Business Partner, oversee Institute’s finances and financial health, budget and cost management and financial reporting.
• Communication and Reporting: Providing regular updates to Executive leadership, governing boards, and other stakeholders on operational performance and progress toward goals.
• Conflict Resolution: Handling internal conflicts and disputes within the Institute in a fair and constructive manner.
•  Crisis Management: Leading the institution’s response to crises or emergencies, coordinating efforts to mitigate negative impacts.
• Ethical Leadership: Upholding and promoting ethical standards and values within the organisation, setting a positive example for all employees.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with Stakeholders to understand their needs and concerns and ensuring the institution’s services are responsive to those needs.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Veterinary Science/Equivalent (Veterinarian), with a PhD in Life Sciences or equivalent doctoral degree (e.g. Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or Vaccinology).
• Registration with SAVC is a requirement.
• 5 years post-qualification experience in managing Research and Development and Service Delivery at senior level.
• 10 years management experience in service delivery and research and development at middle management level will also be considered.
• A good record in research and development, service delivery, project management, partnership development and collaboration.
• Good communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Experience in budget formulation and financial management.
• Experience in management of human resources.
• Good negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Enquiries: Dr Andrew Magadlela , Tel: (012) 427 9730

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 JANUARY 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.

SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES (Re-Advertisement)

Job Reference Number: ARC-OVR10/12
Department: 10 – OVI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC- Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC-OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following positions at Onderstepoort, Pretoria.

Job Description

• Supervise and co-ordinate of all activities in the ELISA laboratory and scullery.
• Perform stock taking, make orders for reagents and consumables, and assist with compilation of CAPEX requirements.
• Prepare reagents and plates for in-house tests.
• Provide diagnostic services by testing diagnostic samples.
• Provide research support by testing research samples.
• Transfer technology with special reference to training in diagnostic assay performance and other related skills.
• Perform quality assurance duties and deputise the quality assurance officer.
• Perform biosafety and biosecurity duties.
• Comply with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Perform other work-related duties.

Job Requirements

• MTech. Degree (or equivalent NQF7) with 2 years’ applicable experience; or B degree or B Hons degree. B.Tech., or National Higher Diploma (or equivalent NQF6) with 6 years. Applicable experience; or National Diploma (3 years) (or equivalent NQF5)
  with 8 years applicable experience.
• A master’s degree in microbiology/biotechnology/related fields will be an advantage.
• Registration with SAVC is a must. 
• Professional membership: SAVC registration.
• Knowledge of veterinary and zoonotic viral pathogens and diseases.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Enquiries: Dr Alison Lubisi, Tel: (012) 529 9233

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 JANUARY 2025

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) must be attached on the form.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.

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.

RE ADVERT RESEARCHER IN VITRO PROPAGATION

Job Reference Number: ARC-VIMP0945
Department: 09 – RVOPI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

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

Job Description

• Project Management & Coordination: The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects on plant tissue culture method development and optimization, and in vitro propagation techniques (such as somatic embryogenesis, meristem culture, etc.) for mass propagation, in vitro breeding, and virus elimination across the Institute. These include the following aspects of the projects; Research planning and initiation, Equipment and Research Materials , Project Human Resources , Project Finances, Risk Management and Mitigation, Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.
• Research development and Innovation: The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation. These include supporting the following research aspects: Invention, Translation, Commercialization, Adoption and Use  
• Research Collaboration: The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities. These include strategic research partnerships, networks and collaborators, intra-inter institutional collaboration and partnerships.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Plant Physiology, Plant Biotechnology, Plant Production, Botany, Horticulture, or closely related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in plant tissue culture –related research and 3 relevant peer reviewed publications.
• Demonstrable experience in plant tissue culture method development and validation.
• Demonstrable experience in project management, postgraduate student supervision or mentoring.
• Agricultural research knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrable experience in external income generation related to economic plants (including essential oil and industrial plants) propagation and cultivation R&D is an added advantage.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Computer literacy.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.

Enquiries: Prof Amoo, Tel: (012) 800 8000

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 07 JANUARY 2025

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.

RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSISTANT: PLANT IMPROVEMENT (NURSERY)

Job Reference Number: ARC-TSC03/28
Department: 03 – ITSC
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC- Tropical and Subtropical Crops (ARC-TSC) seeks to appoint highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Job Description

• Planting seeds and seedlings for research & commercial purposes.
• Grafting, budding, pruning of trees, harvesting of fruits for seed extraction.
• Collecting/harvesting of graft woods on various crops for research & commercial purposes.
• Irrigation, fertilizer application, weed control, pest and disease control.
• Sampling of plants for evaluation purposes.
• Maintenance of fence and shade nets.
• Utilize tools and materials, under supervision.
• Provide verbal feedback on work activities to supervisor.
• Identify and participate in own learning opportunities.
• Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Grade 10 or minimum of 5 years relevant experience on plant propagation.
• Ability to operate farm machinery and general upkeep of the nursery.
• Knowledge of both nursery and laboratory practices.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Good health and physical ability.
• A good knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety experience will also be an added advantage.

Enquiries: Mr O Maphanga. Email: Oscar@arc.agric.za

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 NOVEMBER 2024

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.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies.

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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