DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: LIMPOPO
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer with clear employment equity targets. Applications are hereby invited for the filling of the vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
APPLICATIONS : Applicants using electronic format must quote the relevant reference number on
the application and apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za and applicants submitting applications in a printed hard copy (manual or hand delivery) must quote the relevant reference number on the application and forward to the below addresses.
For Head office: Polokwane, Towoomba Research Centre; Mara Research
Centre and Tompi Seleka College and Madzivhandila College: The Head of
Department, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private
Bag X9487, Polokwane 0700 or hand delivered to: Office 48, Temo Towers Floor
2, 67/69 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0699.
Mopani District: The Director Mopani District Limpopo Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X577, Giyani 0826 or hand
delivered to: Old Parliamentary Building, Giyani 0826.
Waterberg District: The Director Waterberg District Limpopo Agriculture and
Rural Development, Private Bag X1048, Modimolle 0510 or hand delivered to:
NTK Building, Modimolle 0510.
Capricorn District: The Director: Capricorn District, Limpopo Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X28, Chuenespoort 0745 or
hand delivered to: Block 28 Next to Traffic Government offices: Lebowakgomo.
Sekhukhune District: The Director: Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Department
of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X01, Chuenespoort 0745 or
hand delivered to: Block 27 Next to Traffic Government offices: Lebowakgomo.
Vhembe District: The Director: Vhembe District, Limpopo Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X2247, Sibasa 0970 or Physical
address: Handed in at Makwarela Government offices.
CLOSING DATE : 13 March 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 00:00 (online)
NOTE : It is compulsory for the applicant to complete all the mandatory fields of the Erecruitment System. Once all the fields in an E-recruitment System are
completed, the applicant shall confirm that they understand that by applying
electronically, they agree that all the information presented is true, correct, and
legally binding. All applications submitted through an electronic format shall be
accepted as the final application and may not be amended or supplemented in
any way after the closing date indicated in the advertisement. Applicants
submitting applications in a printed hard copy (manual or hand delivery) must
utilize the most recent Z83 application for employment form as issued by the
Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with Regulation 10 of
the Public Service Regulation, 2016, as amended, failure to do so will results in
disqualification.
The Z83 form must be completed in a manner that provides
sufficient information about the candidate and the post he or she applies for by
completing all relevant fields. The declaration must be signed in order for an
applicant to be considered. The following must be considered in relation to the
completion of the new z83 form by the applicants: All the fields in Parts A, B, C,
and D must be completed. In Part B, all fields must be completed in full except
the following; South African applicants need not provide passport numbers, If an
applicant responds “no” to the question I’ Are you conducting business with the
State or are you a Director of a Public or Private Company conducting business
with the State?” then the answer to the next question “In the event that you are
employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business
interests?” can be left blank or indicated as not applicable. A “not applicable” or
blank response will be allowed on the question “if your profession or occupation
requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”, if you
are not in possession of such registration.
Noting there is limited space provided
for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see
attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides
the required information. If the information required is not provided in the CV, the
applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the
application of employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the
information that is provided therein.
The question related to conditions that
prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered (Applicants currently
employed by the public service do not need to complete the section). The
application must include only completed and signed Z83 form and a recently
updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience). Certified copies
of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as
well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted
candidates to HR on or before the date of the interview date. The applicant may
submit additional information separately where the space provided on z83 form
is not sufficient.
Applicants who apply for more than one position are requested
to submit separate applications for each position they wish to apply for.
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only due to the large
number of applications we envisage to receive and if you have not heard from us
within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been
unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are
hereby advised to, within 90 days, request reasons from the Department for any
administrative action which has adversely affected them in terms of section
5(1)(2) of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000. By virtue of
applying, you are consenting that the department subject you to personnel
suitability checks e.g. the verification of educational qualifications, previous
experience, citizenship, reference checks, financial checks and security vetting.
Candidates with foreign qualifications are advised to attach SAQA accreditation
of their qualifications.
As per DPSA directive on human resources management
and development for public service professionalization volume 1, “All shortlisted
candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One
must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct)
Assessment”. Successful incumbents will be expected to sign a performance
agreement within three months of the assumption of duty and be required to
disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations.
Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of
the application.
The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment
for the advertised posts. The employment decision shall be made by the
Employment Equity Plan for the Department. Note: Due to austerity measures,
the department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and
meals) for candidates attending interviews. Note: The full contents of the
advertised posts will be posted on the following websites: www.ldard.gov.za /
www.limpopo.gov.za and Departmental social media.
OTHER POSTS
POST 07/136 : DRIVER OPERATOR (4 POSTS)
(Re-advertisement, those who have applied before are encouraged to re-apply if still interested)
SALARY : R163 680 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Mopani District (Ref No: LDARD 14/2/2026) (01 Post)
Vhembe District (Ref No: LDARD 15/2/2026) (01 Post)
Sekhukhune District (Ref No: LDARD 16/2/2026) (01 Post)
Waterberg District (Ref No: LDARD 17/2/2026) (01 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 3 (Grade 10 certificate) / ABET / AET or equivalent appropriate
qualification as recognised by SAQA. A valid driver’s license and an operating
certificate (PDP). A minimum of Five (5) years’ driving and operating specialized
equipment experience. Knowledge, Competencies, And Skills: Knowledge of
driving and operating specialized equipment. Communication Skills. Ability to
operate the equipment. Ability to read and write. Good eyesight. Teamwork.
Physical inspection of vehicles and interpret instructions for proper use of all
controls for safe operation of vehicles. Interpret and follow operating manuals,
maintenance manuals and service charts.
DUTIES : Operate specialized equipment. Load and offload goods/equipment. Inspection
and maintenance of equipment and report defects. Keep log sheets of vehicles
and machinery. Application of safety and precautionary measures. Cleaning and
lubrication of machinery equipment. Grading of gravel roads and reravelling/shoulder maintenance. Render driving services. Transportation of work
teams and materials/equipments. Detect and repair minor mechanical problems
on the vehicles and take steps to have it repaired (check level and condition of
oil, fuel, tyres and water). Inspection of the vehicles/equipment and report
defects. Complete vehicle logbook, trip authorization for the vehicle.
ENQUIRIES : Mopani District: Ms. Malatji MA and Matlou MT Tel No: (015) 811 9837 or (015)
811 1189.
Vhembe District: Mammburu TD Tel No: (015) 963 2005 or Rathogwa MM Tel No:
(015) 963 2007.
Sekhukhune District: Ms. Laka MA Tel No: (015) 632 7000 or Ms. Mphahlele RS
Tel No: (015) 632 7000.
Waterberg District: Mr. Matjiu SK Tel No: (014) 717 4949 or Ms. Kekana RM Tel
No: (014) 717 1324.
POST 07/137 : GENERAL WORKER (3 POSTS)
(Re-advertisement, those who have applied before are encouraged to re-apply if
still interested)
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Vhembe East (Ref No: LDARD 18/2/2026) (01 Post)
Vhembe Central (Ref No: LDARD 19/2/2026) (01 Post)
Mopani District (Ref No: LDARD 20/2/2026) (01 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : ABET level 2 or equivalent appropriate qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Exposure in the field will be an added advantage. Knowledge, Competencies,
And Skills: Basic literacy and numeracy. Able to read and write. Knowledge of
cleaning procedures and gardening principles. Ability to operate basic garden
equipment and machinery. Knowledge of maintenance of relevant equipment.
Good interpersonal relations Be able to work in a team. Be able to perform
manual work. Show commitment and loyalty. Must be punctual, productive and
show good behaviour towards customers Communication skills.
DUTIES : Perform general assistant work. Maintain premises and surroundings.
Maintenance and safekeeping of gardening equipment. Moving furniture and
equipment as required. Removing garbage and empty boxes. Assist in receiving
stock and goods. Reporting losses/damage to equipment. Loading and offloading
of goods.
ENQUIRIES : Vhembe District: Mammburu TD Tel No: (015) 963 2005 or Rathogwa MM Tel No:
(015) 963 2007.
Mopani District: Ms. Malatji MA and Matlou MT Tel No: (015) 811 9837 or (015)
811 1189.
POST 07/138 : CLEANER (4 POSTS)
(Re-advertisement, those who have applied before are encouraged to re-apply if still interested)
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Vhembe West (Ref No: LDARD 21/2/2026) (01 Post)
Mopani District (Ref No: LDARD 22/2/2026) (02 Posts)
Mopani East (Ref No: LDARD 23/2/2026) (01 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent appropriate qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Exposure in the field will be an added advantage. Knowledge, Competencies,
And Skills: Basic literacy and numeracy. Able to read and write. Communication
skills. Good interpersonal relations and knowledge of Batho Pele Principles.
Knowledge of cleaning products/materials and equipment. Knowledge of
operating cleaning equipment. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work under
pressure. Teamwork. Client focus and responsiveness. Be able to perform
manual work. Show commitment and loyalty. Must be punctual, productive and
show good behaviour towards customers. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principle.
Health and safety measures. Working procedures in respect of working
environment.
DUTIES : Cleaning of offices, storerooms, corridors, elevators, and boardrooms. Dust and
take out waste and provide water during meetings. Refill aqua cooler/s washing
walls and windows. Cleaning equipment and machinery. Cleaning windows and
all general kitchen utensils. Scrubbing toilets and polishing office floors. Vacuum
cleaning using vacuum machine. Provide toilet paper in the toilets. Keep and
maintain cleaning materials and equipment.
ENQUIRIES : Vhembe District: Mammburu TD Tel No: (015) 963 2005 or Rathogwa MM Tel No:
(015) 963 2007.
Mopani District: Ms. Malatji MA and Matlou MT Tel No: (015) 811 9837 or (015)
811 1189.
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