The ARC-Institute for Fruit, Vine and Wine (ARC-Infruitec-Nietvoorbij) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Bien Donne Research Farm: Groot Drakenstein.
FARM ASSISTANT
Salary (R107 288 – R160 932 p.a) All-inclusive remuneration package
Key Performance Areas:
Pruning-, suckering and canopy management of fruit trees and harvesting,
Assist with planting of trees, trellis systems, irrigation systems, forming of trees,
Apply irrigation, fertilizers, chemical sprays, and cover crops as per instructions,
Assist with the maintenance of security fences, trellis- and irrigation systems,
Assist with general farm work,
Monitoring of pest and deceases, security fences, irrigation probes,
Aid Researchers with their tasks including collecting of soil, leaves, fruit, cover crops and prune cuttings,
Assist maintenance team with repairs of farm buildings,
Apply the health & safety requirements as expected from the work environment,
Willing to work overtime to optimize work.
Requirements:
Grade 7,
Must be able to read and write,
Good written and verbal communication skills,
At least 5 years’ experience working on a Fruit Farm.
Enquires: Ms Willemse, Tel: (021) 809 3413
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 03 NOVEMBER 2022
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 and preference will be given to South African citizens.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality. NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be e-mail to Infruiteccv@arc.agric.za
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 Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint