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ANIMAL ATTENDANTS X2 - job post

The Agricultural Research Council
Irene, Gauteng
Full-time
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Job details

Job type

  • Full-time

Location

Irene, Gauteng

Full job description

Animal Care

  • Animal handling.
  • Loading and off-loading animals.
  • Monitor feed intake.
  • Feeding of livestock.

Cleaning

  • Feedlot surroundings.
  • Cutting grass.
  • Mixing unit.
  • Cattle pens.
  • Manure removal.

Research Support

  • Mixing of feed.
  • Collection of feed ingredients and putting them inside the mixer.
  • Taking feed out of the mixer.
  • Weighing of feed.
  • Assist during cattle processing and weighing.

Maintenance on Infrastructure

  • To utilize and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment in cost effective manner.
  • Cleaning of kraals daily.
  • Fixing of kraals.
  • Cutting lawn and solving water problems.
  • Timeous reporting of malfunctioning of gates water reticulation (checking, fixing, reporting).
  • General tasks.

  • Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
  • Relevant experience working in a farming environment.
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
  • Ability to carry out routine duties.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Enquiries: Mr, Klaas-Jan Leeuw: Tel: (012) 672 9320

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 July 2026

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 and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

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

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 company has the right not to appoint.

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