Agricultural Research Council(ARC) Casual Worker x10

Agricultural Research Council(ARC) Casual Worker x10

CASUAL WORKERS: X10 (THREE MONTHS (3) FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
The Agricultural Research Council
Burgershall

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Job Reference Number: ARC/TSC03/82
Department: 03 – ITSC
Business Unit:
Industry: Horticulture/Agriculture
Job Type: Temp
Positions Available: 10
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Tropical & Subtropical Crops (ARC-TSC) Burgershall, Mpumalanga.

Job Description

• General orchard tasks and general orchard maintenance.
• Carrying out manual tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available.
• Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions.

Job Requirements

•  Grade 10 and understanding of basic agricultural practices.
• Basic knowledge on manual operation of farm equipment and machinery.
• Good communication skills written and verbal.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
•  Willing to work under adverse weather conditions.

Enquiries: Mr Calvin Khoza, Email: KhozaM@arc.agric.za

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 24 APRIL 2026

A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. 

Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form.

A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.

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