Scientific Technician Grade A/B/C (Grass and Forage Scientific Research Services) REF NO: SSC40/2026 at Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Kwazulu-Natal

SALARY :

• Grade A: R407 337 per annum, OSD 
• Grade B: R460 086 per annum, OSD 
• Grade C: R518 769 per annum, OSD 

CENTRE : Cedara Research Station 

REQUIREMENTS :

• An NQF Level 06 Diploma in Agricultural Sciences. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
• Experience: 3 years’ post qualification experience in an agricultural scientific environment.
• Knowledge: Scientific methodologies, research and development, knowledge of legal compliance, Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA), Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Departmental HRM and HRD Policies.

Skills:

• Technical: Programme and project management, Scientific methodologies, research and development, computer-aided scientific applications, technical report writing, creating high-performance culture, professional judgment, data analysis, mentoring.
• Generic: Decision making, team leadership, analytical skills, creativity, self-management, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer literacy, networking, people management, planning and organizing, conflict management, change management, problem solving and analysis. 

DUTIES :

• 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.