AGRICULTURAL REASEARCH COUNCIL IS HIRING SEASONAL LABOURERS (X15 POSTS)

AGRICULTURAL REASEARCH COUNCIL IS HIRING SEASONAL LABOURERS (X15 POSTS)

Description

• Carrying out of farm practices as directed by farm management.
• Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available.
• Carrying out of manual tasks as assigned by supervisors.
• Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions.

Requirements

• Grade 10 and/ or exposure to the fruit farming environment.
• Experience in harvesting of tropical and sub-tropical fruits will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of basic agricultural practices.
• Basic knowledge on manual operation of farm equipment and machinery e.g. Brush cutter, chainsaw, etc.
• Good communication skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Willing to work under adverse weather conditions.

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 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.

Enquiries: Mr A Slabbert, Email: SlabbertA@arc.agric.za

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 APRIL 2025

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