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Agricultural Research Council recruitment for May 2024: Casual Workers x245 posts. Apply with Grade 10!

Casual Workers for 2024/ 2025

The ARC-Agricultural Research Council (ARC-SG) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic persons to the following positions at Bethlehem: CASUAL WORKERS x245 posts.

Closing Date: 15 May 2024

Location:

  • BETHLEHEM X190,
  • TYGERHOEK X10,
  • CEDARA X2,
  • POTCHEFSTROOM X1,
  • VAALHARTS X32,
  • GLEN BLOEMFONTEIN X2,
  • MPUMALANGA X2,
  • LIMPOPO X2 (TURFLOOP, AND LOSKOP),
  • EASTERN CAPE X2,
  • STELLENBOSCH X2

About the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector.

It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions.

Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.

Careers at Agricultural Research Council (ARC)

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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan.

Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Requirements

  • Grade 10 or 1-year relevant experience.
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Performs routine activities under supervision.
  • Adheres to instructions from the supervisor.
  • Utilises tools and materials, under supervision.
  • Assists in research support, under supervision.
  • Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
  • Adheres to quality standards.
  • Assists with basic activities related to research services under supervision.
  • Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
  • Ad hoc tasks as instructed by the Supervisor.
  • Utilises work equipment/tools and materials under supervision.
  • Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

How to Apply

Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.

Applications should be submitted online using this form. 

NB: Preferences will be given to applicants who reside at Bethlehem, Tygerhoek, Cedara, Potchefstroom, Vaalharts, Glen Research Station, Bloemfontein, ARC-TSC Mpumalanga, Limpopo (Turfloop & Loskop), Eastern Cape, Stellenbosch.

Enquiries: Ms. Ablina Chipa, Tel: (058) 307 3469

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and
particulars of three (3) traceable referees.

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 company has the right not to appoint.

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