Farm Assistant X2 (Roodeplaat) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Assist in maintenance of equipment, infrastructure and environment and any other request as per manager request.
• Assist with gardening service and general upkeep of the farm.
• Basic maintenance around the campus/farm.
• Reporting of any symptoms of defects and breakages on the farm equipment.
• Time management with execution of individual & team tasks.
• Assisting in record keeping of day-to-day work done,
• Comply with all requirements of the OHS Act and adhere to OHS requirement.
• Assist with general farm work.
• Assist with the maintenance of security fences, trellis- and irrigation systems.

Requirements

• Grade 10 and relevant five (5) years' experience on a farm.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environment.
• Apply irrigation, fertilizers, chemical sprays, and cover crops as per instruction.
• Assist with the maintenance of security fences, trellis and irrigation systems.
• Assist maintenance team with repairs of farm buildings.
• Apply the health & safety requirements as expected from the work environment.
• Willing to work overtime to optimize work.
• Valid Driver’s License.