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SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: AGRICULTURAL MECHANIZATION Jobs in Pretoria at The Agricultural Research Council

  • Co-ordinates project plan with the Research Team Manager related to agricultural mechanisation and agro-processing engineering.
  • Complies detailed reports and presents results to clients.
  • Optimises, implements and makes recommendation on agricultural mechanisation and agro-processing technologies.
  • Initiates, manages, co-ordinates and implements technical activities, support and technology transfer for research projects in compliance with scientific parameters/standards, ensuring the strategic management of resources and the successful completion of projects.
  • Plans and co-ordinates technical projects.
  • Ensures optimal utilisation of resources.
  • Responsible for strategic planning of future resources.
  • Performs advanced analysis, interpretation and makes internal and external Recommendations.
  • Compiles detailed reports, provides comprehensive recommendations and approves final Reports.
  • Undertake the development of new research projects which include proper planning, design implementation.
  • Monitoring and evaluation of research and technology development projects, and maintenance of scientific quality standards agricultural mechanisation and agro-processing engineering aspects,
  • Valuate research needs, develop, plan and conduct research projects.
  • Optimally utilize and supervise human resources allocated to relevant projects.

  • Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering Degree (or equivalent NQF8) in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering plus 3 years’ experience, B. Tech or degree (or equivalent NQF7) plus 4 years’ experience or National Diploma (or equivalent NQF6) plus 5 years’ experience in agricultural mechanisation and agro-processing engineering related works.
  • Ability to work with communities and conduct fieldwork.
  • Willingness to travel away from home for intermediate periods.
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal).
  • The successful applicant needs to be in possession of a Valid driver’s licence (code: 8/EB) as the position requires traveling.


Enquiries: Dr S Sibanda: Tel: 012 842 4000


CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 06 JULY 2026

Title: SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: AGRICULTURAL MECHANIZATION

Company: The Agricultural Research Council

Location: Pretoria

 

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