Scientific Technician Grade A/B/C (Juncao Mushroom Section)

Requirements

An NQF Level 06 Diploma in Agricultural Sciences. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist in the field of Agricultural Sciences and a valid driver’s licence. Experience: 3 years’ post qualification experience in an agricultural scientific environment. Knowledge: Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards. Sound and broad knowledge of laboratory management and flow. Sound and broad knowledge of laboratory instrumentation maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of microbiology. Labour Relations Act. Public Service Regulations. Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Departmental HRM and HRD Policies. Sound understanding of agricultural research methodologies and application of practices and techniques. Scientific methodology and models. Skills: Programme and project management, scientific methodologies, research and development, computer-aided scientific applications, analytical skills and data analysis, legal compliance, technical report writing, creating a high performance culture, professional judgement, mentorship, decision making, team leadership, creativity, self-management, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer literacy, 75 networking, people management, planning and organizing, conflict management, problem solving and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

To conduct research and development. To perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions. To develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Human capital development. To manage the resources of the division.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Dr. SR Bezuidenhout Tel No: (033) 355 9657