Professional Scientist Grade A/B/C: Soil Science
Salary or stipendGrade A: R791 604 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD remuneration package) Grade B: R900 957 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD remuneration package) Grade C: R1 015 071 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD remuneration package) CENTRE Cedara Research Station
The Department of Agriculture And Rural Development is looking for a Professional Scientist Grade A/B/C: Soil Science. This is a permanent role based in KwaZulu-Natal.
Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/167, page 130
- Reference number
- SSC32/2026
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- KwaZulu-Natal
What you will need
- An NQF level 08 qualification in Soil Science, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Soil Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge: Soil science principles, soil classification, soil survey methods and land capability assessment.
- Soil fertility, soil chemistry, soil physics, soil biology, soil health and sustainable soil management practices.
- Soil conservation, erosion control, land degradation, rehabilitation and climate- smart agricultural practices.
- Agricultural research methodology, data collection, data analysis, interpretation and technical reporting.
- Relevant legislation, policies, norms and standards applicable to natural resource management, conservation of agricultural resources and public administration.
- Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation, Public Finance Management Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Departmental Policies.
- Skills: Technical: Soil survey and classification, land capability assessment, interpretation of soil laboratory results, GIS and computer-aided applications, data analysis, applied research, technical report writing, scientific presentation, project planning and monitoring.
- Generic: Analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, stakeholder engagement, planning and organising, professional judgement, financial awareness, adaptability, ethics and accountability.
Experience
Experience: 3 years’ post-qualification experience in a Soil Science environment.
Professional registration
An NQF level 08 qualification in Soil Science, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Soil Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
Driver's licence
An NQF level 08 qualification in Soil Science, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Soil Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
Skills and competencies
- Skills: Technical: Soil survey and classification, land capability assessment, interpretation of soil laboratory results, GIS and computer-aided applications, data analysis, applied research, technical report writing, scientific presentation, project planning and monitoring.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement methodologies, polices, systems and procedures.
- Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions.
- Conduct research and development.
- Human capital development.
- Perform administrative and professional
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mrs NZQ Pakkies
- Telephone: (033) 355 9148
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