Research Assistant (Irene (Ap)) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

Research Support 

• Contributes and participates in the implementation of research projects under supervision, participates in ongoing work activities including production schedules in the meat processing pilot plant when required, provides written/verbal reports on work activities and adheres to quality standards.

Equipment usage and maintenance

• Adheres to the proper use of equipment using proper SOP’s in place, timeous reporting of all malfunctioning equipment and any work-related problems, monitoring the availability of research consumables.

Management of the processing facility

• Monitoring the availability of research consumables through stock taking, adherence to cleaning plans and to ensure the deadlines are met by effective implementation of tasks given.

Technology Transfer

• Information dissemination during training courses and imparting technical knowledge in the use of equipment and impart practical knowledge and skills.

Implementation of OHS-Occupational Health and Safety Regulation

• Comply with OHS Regulation, visible use safety equipment (PPE’s).

Personal and human Capacity Development 

• Ability to advance self-development by attending courses, workshop and seminars.

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum of 3 years meat processing experience.
• Knowledge of Organizational Health and Safety regulations.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office Suite would be advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license would be advantageous.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  09 July 2026