Candidate Engineer – Agriculture and Farm Structures

About the role

The Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform is looking for a Candidate Engineer to support agricultural development programmes. The successful candidate will design, construct and manage contracts for farm infrastructure and equipment, and will travel to and work in remote areas of the Northern Cape.

Key responsibilities

• Design, construction and contract management of irrigation systems, crop processing plants, packaging facilities, animal housing and greenhouses.
• Design and management of farm mechanisation, including tractors and planters and implements, and other farm structures.
• Support agricultural development programmes such as CASP, ILLIMA LETSEMA and Land Care.
• Travel to and work in remote areas of the Northern Cape.

Required profile

• NQF Level 7 BSc in Civil or Agricultural Engineering.
• Compulsory ECSA registration as a Candidate Engineer.
• Relevant engineering experience is an added advantage.
• Valid driver's licence, minimum code 8.
• Good written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle multi-faceted tasks under pressure with deadlines.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office and PowerPoint.
• Advantageous: Model Maker, AutoCAD, Trimble GPS surveying and Trimble Business Centre.