Technician -TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR M001080
Listing reference: nwu_000868
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 22 July 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Agriculture and Forestry
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY MAHIKENG
FACULTY/ DIVISION: NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL: FARM ADMINISTRATION
POSITION NAME: TECHNICIAN- TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR
POSITION NUMBER: M001080
VACANCY: 1
PEROMNES GRADE: P11
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Assist the Farm Manager in all sections of the Crop Section of the farm. Technician will assist the Farm Manager to manage the agronomy field, greenhouses and orchard at the farm. Manage all available specialized equipment used in support of production, teaching and learning, and research activities. Diligently facilitate the handling of all processes involved in crop fields and keep adequate record and good control of consumable items utilized.
Job description
1. Ability to assist with Farm Administration, personnel, biosecurity and the day to day running of an effective and efficient farming enterprise
2. Ability to assist with financial management and planning, that include budgeting, financial management and control, cash flow management, farm sector financial viability evaluations
3. Ability to do/supervise maintenance of farm - infrastructure, machinery, equipment, implements, fences, etc.
4. Management and production of crops and pastures within acceptable norms, standards and legislative frameworks (Animal Protection Act, etc.)
5. Management and production of pastures within acceptable norms and standards
6. Ensure conducive conditions to enable smooth running of research projects and teaching/learning (WIL – Work integrated learning)
7. Management of on-farm sales of farm produce within Marketing of Agricultural Products Act 47, 1996, Meat Safety Act 40, 2000, Animal Health Act 7, 2002, etc. and obsolete assets while adhering to all NWU policies in that regard
8. Perform responsibilities as assigned by the Farm Manager and Director for School of Agricultural Sciences
1. Supervision of staff and management of production in the crop section of the farm
2. Engage in community outreach activities
Minimum requirements
· B Qualification (Preferably Diploma/Btech) specializing in Farm Management is essential
· B Qualification (Preferably Diploma/Btech) specializing in agronomy/horticulture/crop Science is desirable
· Registration with the SACNSP is desirable
EXPERIENCE:
· 3 years experience in agronomy field, orchard, greenhouses and management is essential
· 3 years experience in farm management is essential
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FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):
· In-depth subject knowledge/expertise in Crop production and management
· Human resource (HR) management of support staff
· Knowledge of farm planning, financial management, budgeting and evaluation
· Understanding of the Basic Conditions of Employment
· Understanding the management and production practices of the enterprises to be undertaken
· Knowledge of agricultural maintenance of farm, farm infrastructure, equipment and machinery
· Ability to supervise Unit Supervisors, Tractor Drivers and Farm General Workers and manage them as a team to facilitate optimal production within the teaching (WIL) and research environment
· Ability to work with Academics and Researchers
· Ability to know the weather occurrences of your farming area, and interpret it for optimal production
· Ability to operate farm machinery and perform basic mechanics repairs and maintenance
· Manage Agronomy field, orchard and greenhouses
· Manage and maintain irrigation inside greenhouses and at the field
· Manage equipment
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Adaptability/Decisiveness
· Initiative/Perseverance
· Interpersonal skills
· Knowledge of organizational skills
· Stress management
· Valuing service and Diversity
· Supervisory skills and management ability
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Lebo Motsei 018-389-2749
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Innocentia Mphuthi 018-389-2457
CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: ASAP
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity. Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
