The Department of Agriculture (DOA) has announced several exciting employment opportunities for 2026, offering positions for qualified candidates across different provinces in South Africa. These vacancies are ideal for job seekers looking to build a career in agriculture, animal health, genetics resources, and general farm support services. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date: 12 May 2026 at 16:00.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and employment equity. Applications from women, persons with disabilities, and all suitably qualified candidates are strongly encouraged.
Important Application Information
Applicants must submit a completed Z83 form together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format (maximum 10MB) via email or hand delivery. Late applications will not be accepted, including those delayed by server or technical issues.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide:
- Certified copies of identity documents
- Qualifications and certificates
- SAQA evaluation reports for foreign qualifications
- Service certificates where required
- Proof of SMS pre-entry certificate for senior posts
Candidates may also undergo:
- Practical assessments
- Integrity assessments
- Security vetting
- Reference checks
- Social media screening
- Competency assessments
Applicants must ensure that all information provided is truthful, as fraudulent qualifications will be reported to the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Available Posts
1. Auxiliary Services Officer (X2 Posts)
Reference No: 3/3/1/22/2026
Directorate: Genetics Resources
Salary: R201 093 per annum (Level 04)
Centre: Gauteng – Pretoria (Roodeplaat: Variety Control)
This position requires a Grade 12 Certificate with no prior experience. Duties include planting seeds and seedlings, conducting field trials, irrigation management, seed processing, data recording, and assisting with farm maintenance.
2. Farm Aid (X3 Posts)
Reference No: 3/3/1/23/2026
Directorate: Genetics Resources
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Gauteng – Pretoria (Roodeplaat: Variety Control)
Applicants must possess NQF Level 1 or 2 / ABET Level 2 or 3 certificate. No experience is required. Responsibilities include crop irrigation, soil preparation, chemical crop protection, harvesting, grading, storage, cleaning facilities, waste disposal, and infrastructure maintenance.
3. Tradesman Aid (X2 Posts)
Reference No: 3/3/1/24/2026
Directorate: Animal Health
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Mpumalanga – Hectorspruit
Candidates need ABET / Basic Education. Duties focus on fence repairs, fire prevention, animal disease control, livestock quarantine, patrol road maintenance, and reporting illegal animal movements.
4. Tradesman Aid (X3 Posts)
Reference No: 3/3/1/25/2026
Directorate: Animal Health
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Limpopo – Phalaborwa
This role has similar duties to the Hectorspruit position, including disease control fence inspections, maintenance, and community liaison work.
5. General Worker (X1 Post)
Reference No: 3/3/1/26/2026
Directorate: Animal Health
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Mpumalanga – Skukuza
Applicants with ABET / Basic Education and previous experience working with large or wild animals are preferred. Duties include cleaning quarantine areas, caring for animals, assisting with necropsies, incineration of waste, maintenance of grounds, and support during animal capture operations.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 Or by email using the addresses provided for each post. This is a great opportunity for individuals seeking government employment in the agricultural sector. Make sure to submit your application before the deadline.
