| Government Entity | Mpumalanga - Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs |
|---|---|
| Location | Mpumalanga |
| Reference Number | DARDLEA/2026/08/58 |
| Salary | R 413 001.00 per annum |
| Centre / Location | Ehlanzeni North Municipality |
| Closing Date | September 11, 2026 |
| Source and Application | erecruitment.mpg.gov.za |
Reference Number: DARDLEA/2026/08/58
Department: Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA)
Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: Animal Heath Services
Chief Directorate: Veterinary Services
Programme: Veterinary Services
Salary Level: 8
Remuneration: R 413 001.00 per annum
Location: Ehlanzeni North Municipality
Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
Job Description
Animal Diseases Act, 1984. Veterinary
and Para-veterinary Professions Act, 1982. Animal
Identification Act, 2002. Knowledge of animal health, disease control and
animal welfare. Computer
literacy in MS Package- Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Good
communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Report
writing and administrative skills. Ability to work independently
and in multidisciplinary teams. Willingness to travel
extensively and work after hours when required. Problem
solving skills and decision-making skills and working under pressure. A valid driver’s
license.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised BSc Agriculture (Animal
Health) Degree or a National Diploma in Animal Health, recognised by the South
African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Current registration with the South
African Veterinary Council (SAVC) as an Animal Health Technician. A
minimum of 1-year appropriate post-qualification-experience will be an added
advantage.
Duties
disease containment and control, including animal and animal products permit
movement control. Plan and implement disease control measures. Conduct
veterinary regulatory inspections at designated areas. Test
animals for TB and CA. Provide assistance with wildlife disease investigation
and research, where applicable. Provide assistance with primary animal health
care- Administer
prescribed medications, treatments, and vaccines under veterinary supervision. Assist
with disease outbreaks, injured animals, and other animal-health emergencies. Perform
basic diagnostic tests and prepare samples for veterinary laboratories. Educate
animal owners and farmers about disease prevention, responsible animal care,
and reporting suspected diseases. Advise farmers on animal health, hygiene,
nutrition, housing, and disease prevention.
More Information
Only shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign
qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South
African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be
considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two
pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted
candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a
date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended
candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency
assessment. All shortlisted
candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and
interview. Following the technical
exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo
psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioral
preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
Correspondence
will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will
be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement
within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions
will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted
within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your
application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed
subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department
is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative
action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all
relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service.
ENQUIRIES: Mr. S. Mogakane
082 338 2476 or Ms. M Matsoalela 072 459 8078
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised BSc Agriculture (Animal Health) Degree or a National Diploma in Animal Health, recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Current registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) as an Animal Health Technician.A minimum of 1-year appropriate post-qualification-experience will be an added advantage.
Duties
Animal disease surveillance; detection and monitoring.Animal disease containment and control, including animal and animal products permit movement control.Plan and implement disease control measures. Conduct veterinary regulatory inspections at designated areas.Test animals for TB and CA.Provide assistance with wildlife disease investigation and research, where applicable.Provide assistance with primary animal health care-Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and vaccines under veterinary supervision.Assist with disease outbreaks, injured animals, and other animal-health emergencies.Perform basic diagnostic tests and prepare samples for veterinary laboratories.Educate animal owners and farmers about disease prevention, responsible animal care, and reporting suspected diseases.Advise farmers on animal health, hygiene, nutrition, housing, and disease prevention.
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.mpg.gov.za