Farm Assistant Wanted – No Degree Required! Perfect for Hands-On Workers! (Apply by 5 May 2025)🔥

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Farm Assistant – Workshop vacancy. The closing date for applications is 05 May 2025.

Are you good with your hands? Love working with tools, tractors, and all things mechanical? This is your chance to land a stable, full-time job with a respected agricultural organization that values your skills and gives you room to grow. Keep reading—this one might be just what you’re looking for.

🌾 What’s the Job All About?

As a Farm Assistant – Workshop, you’ll work closely with a Senior Artisan, helping with everything from handling tools and machinery to supporting agricultural research. This role is perfect for someone who doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty, enjoys working with farming equipment, and wants to be part of something bigger—supporting South Africa’s farming and research development.

You won’t be stuck in an office—you’ll be out in the field and in the workshop, fixing, helping, and learning as you go.

🧰 Your Main Responsibilities (in simple terms):

• Help out with daily tasks around the farm workshop
• Follow instructions given by the Senior Artisan
• Use tools and take care of them (don’t worry—you’ll be supervised)
• Help with basic research work on the farm
• Report back verbally on what you’ve done each day
• Keep up the quality standards expected from a Farm Assistant
• Look for ways to improve and learn more on the job

📚 What You Need to Qualify:

• Grade 10 certificate (Yes, that’s it—no fancy degree needed!)
• 3 years’ experience working in a workshop (especially with tractors or agricultural machines)
• A driver’s license (Code 8 or 10) is a nice-to-have
• Good communication skills—both writing and speaking
• Physically fit and able to work outside—even in tough weather
• Must follow health and safety rules (SHE/OHS standards)

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💸 What’s in It for You?

• A competitive salary that matches your experience
• Permanent job with room to grow
• A chance to work for one of SA’s respected research organizations
• Six-month probation to see if it’s the right fit
• Job security and stability

🌍 About the Employer:

This role is offered by the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)—a leader in research and innovation for agriculture in South Africa. They’re committed to fair employment practices and support equal opportunities for all.

Preference will be given to designated groups as per the ARC Employment Equity Plan. But everyone is welcome to apply!

📄 How to Apply:

To apply, prepare these documents:

• A cover letter
• Your detailed CV with 3 contactable references
• Certified copies of your certificates and ID
• A copy of your driver’s license
• If you studied outside South Africa, include a SAQA evaluation report

🛑 Incomplete applications will not be considered.

🔍 Applications go to: Mr. Patrick Rabushe
📞 Tel: 043 781 6108

⚠️ A Few More Things:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• If you don’t hear back within 4 weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
• ARC might run background/security checks
• They also reserve the right not to fill the position if needed

🕐 Don’t miss your chance – the closing date is 05 May 2025!

This is a great opportunity to step into a permanent role, especially if you enjoy hands-on work and want a future in the agricultural industry. Apply now, before it’s too late!