Farm Aid X3 โ€“ Directorate: Genetic Resources โ€“ Pretoria (Roodeplaat) โ€“ Apply by 12 May 2026

Farm Aid X3 โ€“ Directorate: Genetic Resources โ€“ Pretoria (Roodeplaat) โ€“ Apply by 12 May 2026

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Post Number: 14/02
Reference: 3/3/1/23/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Location: Gauteng โ€“ Pretoria (Roodeplaat: Variety Control)
Closing Date: 12 May 2026
Employment Equity Target: African Females and Persons with Disabilities

Overview

The Directorate: Genetic Resources is recruiting 3 Farm Aids for its Roodeplaat Variety Control facility in Pretoria. This entry-level government opportunity is suitable for candidates with basic education seeking employment in agriculture, crop production and farm operations.

The role involves supporting crop production, irrigation, infrastructure maintenance and general farm duties within a research and agricultural environment.

Minimum Requirements

  • NQF Level 1 or 2 (ABET Level 2/3 certificate or equivalent)
  • No experience required

Key Responsibilities

Crop Production Support

-Irrigation of crops

-Soil cultivation and preparation (cleaning, hoeing, etc.)

-Application of chemical crop protection using equipment such as knapsack sprayers

-Reaping, grading, weighing, packing and storage of produce

-Tending crops, orchards and vineyards (pruning, weeding, etc.)

General Farm Duties

  • Cleaning of facilities
  • Disposal of farm waste
  • Maintenance of equipment (cleaning, oiling, sharpening)
  • Fire prevention and firefighting activities
  • Loading and off-loading of farm supplies

Infrastructure Maintenance

  • Maintenance of fences, shade houses and greenhouses
  • Maintenance of irrigation and water supply systems

APPLICATION PROCESS

APPLY HERE

Enquiries

Contact: Mr BM Maroga
Tel: (012) 319 6086

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