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Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding / Reproduction / Animal Housing And Welfare (Oudtshoorn)

Department of Agriculture

Pay

R 407 337 - R 610 131 per year

Location

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government

Public ServicePosted 7d agoCloses Oct 19, 2026Ref AGR 50/2026

a government employer is hiring a Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding / Reproduction / Animal Housing And Welfare (Oudtshoorn) in Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government. Public Service. A degree or higher qualification is required. You apply with a Z83 on the official site.

  • Government advert
  • No fee to apply
  • Closing date known
  • Degree required

Vacancy details

Post

35/240

Salary

Grade A: R407 337 - Grade C: R610 131 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed).

Centre

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government

Requirements

National Diploma /Degree in Animal Science or equivalent qualification in the field of animal production (NQF 6); Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Certificated Natural Scientist in Animal Science; Three years post-qualification technical (scientific) experience in livestock; A valid Code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Research and development; Computer-aided scientific applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; 164 Technical report writing; Creating high-performance culture; Professional judgment; Data analysis; Mentoring; Programme and project management; Scientific methodologies. Skills in the following: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self-management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Computer literacy; Networking; People management; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Change management; Problem solving and analysis.

Duties

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Provide technical support and advice; Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions; Research and development; Human capital development.

Enquiries

Ms M Mulaudzi Tel No: (021) 808 5220

Applications

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Reference

AGR 50/2026

Closing date

2026-10-19

Circular

Circular 35 of 2026

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