Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction/Animal Housing and Welfare (Oudtshoorn), Ref No. AGR 50/2026

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Tracking Number AGR 50/2026 Department Agriculture Salary level OSD Enquiries Ms M Mulaudzi at (021) 808 5220 Location - Town / City Oudtshoorn Job Purpose Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent and suitably qualified individual to render technical assistance for research regarding the development of new technology and the adaptation of existing technology aimed at improving farming efficiency. Minimum 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. Recommendation None. Key Performance Areas 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. Competencies Knowledge of the following: Research and development; Computer-aided scientific applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; 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. Remuneration Grade A: R 407 337 - Grade C: R 610 131 per annum (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed). Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements. Notes Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.