Technical Supervisor (Crop Production) (M001080)

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NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCESSCHOOL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCESVACANCY: TECHNICAL SUPERVISOR (CROP PRODUCTION)POSITION NUMBER: M001080PEROMNES: P11EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENTDuties & ResponsibilitiesPURPOSE OF THE POSITIONProvide leadership and technical assistance in all sections of the Crop Section of the farm.
Technician will manage 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.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Supervision of staff and management of production in the crop section of the farm.Implement plans for practical sessions for Undergraduate students and staff.Implement plans for research activities for staff and students.Engage in community outreach activities.Desired Experience & QualificationA Diploma/Advanced Certificate (NQF level 6) in Farm Management/ Agronomy/ Horticulture/ Crop Science.Professional membership with SACNASP.A minimum of three (3) years' technical supervisory experience in the Agronomy field, orchard, greenhouses and management.A minimum of three (3) years' farm management experience.ADDED ADVANTAGE:A bachelor's degree (NQF level 8) in Farm Management.A bachelor's degree (NQF level 8) in Agronomy/ Horticulture/ Crop Science.Membership with professional society.KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:Manage the teaching and practical, research and community outreach projects.Manage Agronomy field, orchard and greenhouses.Manage irrigation inside greenhouses and at the field.Oversee practical, research and community outreach projects.KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:Initiative/Perseverance.Interpersonal skills.Knowledge of organizational skills.Stress management.Valuing service and Diversity.Supervisory skills and management ability.REMUNERATIONThe annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Innocentia Mphuthi, Tel No: 018 389-2457CLOSING DATE: 26 April 2024COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possibleKindly take note: applications may only 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 the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation.
Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned 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.
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