PUBLIC SERVICE VACANCY

Scientist Production Grade-a: Ref No 3/3/1/97/2026

Salary or stipendR791 604 per annum, (OSD), (all-inclusive package structured in accordance with the OSD rules)

The hiring department is looking for a Scientist Production Grade-a: Ref No 3/3/1/97/2026. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Gauteng: Pretoria

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/02, page 4

Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Centre: Gauteng: Pretoria
Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

What you will need

Science degree (BSc)(Hon) in Food Sciences / Food Technology or relevant qualification.
Compulsory registration with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a Professional Natural Scientist.
Job Related Knowledge: Applicants must have knowledge of Public Service and Departmental prescripts/policies.
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Agricultural Products Standard Act 119 of 1990.
International agreements, conventions and bilateral agreements relating to sanitary and food quality matters.
Relevant legislation and regulations, norms and standards.
Export and import

Experience

Job Related Work Experience: Minimum of three (3) years post-qualification experience.

Professional registration

Compulsory registration with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a Professional Natural Scientist.

Key responsibilities

Develop and implement methodologies, systems and procedures.
Evaluate, Compile and amend regulations, product standards, policies, guidelines with regard to the quality, composition, packaging, marking, labelling, inspection, control and monitoring of identified agricultural products destined for export, import and local markets and ensure that these are in compliance with international food safety and quality

Additional details

Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Technical report writing. Creating a high-performance culture. Professional judgment. Presentation skills. Mentoring. Decision 5 making. Team leadership. Analytical skills. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Networking. Computer literacy. People management. Planning and organising. Conflict management. Change management. Problem solving and analysis. Extended working hours. Handling of hazardous chemicals.

Enquiries: Dr Mbulaheni Mutengwe
Telephone: (012) 319 6121

Please note

EE Targets: African Males and Indian Females, and persons with disability.