Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding / Reproduction / Animal Housing and Welfare – Western Cape Department of Agriculture

Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction/Animal Housing and Welfare (Riviersonderend), Ref No. AGR 59/2025 (WCG250722-4)
Closing Date
2025/09/08
Reference Number
WCG250722-4
Tracking Number AGR 59/2025
Job Title Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction/Animal Housing and Welfare (Riviersonderend), Ref No. AGR 59/2025
Department Agriculture
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms M Mulaudzi at (021) 808 5220
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Riviersonderend Municipal area

Job Purpose
Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent and suitably qualified individual to provide technical support for animal production research through assessment, evaluation, development and innovation to ensure the sustainability and maintenance of resources and proper execution of research protocols, primarily involving small stock generic research flocks.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3 year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification) in Animal Science or relevant; 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; A valid 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.

The following will have advantageous: Working knowledge of fine wool production systems, wool classification and testing; Experience in recording and coordination of research data related to animal science or breeding research.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Scientific methodologies and models; Computer aided scientific applications; Technical report writing; Data analysis; Policy development and analysis; Presentation and mentoring; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Team leadership; Analytical; Networking; People management; Planning and organising; Problem solving and analysis; Change management; Innovation; Ability to work independently.

Remuneration
Grade A: R 391 671 – R 418 332; Grade B: R442 389 – R 473 778; Grade C: R 498 816 – R 586 665 per annum (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed).

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Scientific Technician (Production Level): Breeding / Reproduction / Animal Housing and Welfare
Western Cape Department of Agriculture
Grade A: R 391 671
Riviersonderend
8 September 2025