Senior Assistant Officer: Experimental Facilities - University of the Free State

University of the Free State | Bloemfontein, Free State

Description : Senior Assistant Officer: Experimental Facilities. Company : University of the Free State. Location : Bloemfontein, Free State

Job Title Senior Assistant Officer: Experimental Facilities (post level 12) Job ID: 5228 Organizational Unit University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Soil, Crop and Climate Sciences Contract Type Permanent Occupational Level Semi-Skilled Location Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 15/5/2023 Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
  • A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
  • Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
  • A certified copy (not older than 6 months) of your identity document (ID).
  • Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
  • A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
  • A service record of your current employer / last employer (only applicable to external applicants).
Duties and responsibilities:
  • Maintain experimental facilities used for research in soil, crop and climate sciences, including the maintenance of laboratory facilities, climate cabinets and greenhouses on the Bloemfontein campus.
  • Manage the day-to-day activities of the experimental farm Kenilworth in Bainsvlei.
  • Maintain farm equipment and farm infrastructure (stores, irrigation facilities, etc.).
  • Implement trails in the field under controlled conditions.
  • Collect data from trails.
  • Assist with practical training for students.
Inherent requirements:
  • Grade 12 or national vocational certificate on NQF Level 4.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience related to the duties and responsibilities including practical experience with crop production/ farm management/ maintenance of equipment/general repair jobs.
  • A valid code C1 (Code 10) driver’s license (EB driver’s license will be an advantage).
Recommendations:
  • A three-year national diploma on NQF Level 6 in a relevant field.
  • Ability to carry out physically demanding farm duties.

Competencies Required competencies:
Results oriented.
  • The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
  • The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• Strategic thinking.
  • The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
  • The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• Business Acumen:
  • The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
  • Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading.
  • The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
  • The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
• Building coalitions
  • The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
  • The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.

Closing date:
15 May 2023

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 354,408.50 – R 444,721.26 per annum depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.
The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9814 or email at [email protected] or [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9810 / 9813 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : https://ufsacza.sharepoint.com/:b:/r/sites/supportservices/hr/Employment Equity/EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf?csf=1&web=1&e=TjtoXH

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.