Farm Worker (post level 18) (5 positions) (Job ID 6350)

How to apply:
Hard copy applications may be submitted at:
The University of the Free State George du Toit Building Human Resources Department 2nd Floor Reception: Room S201
OR
Online through the official UFS vacancy website: The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements as well as the following standard documentation:
A detailed curriculum vitae.
A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter appointment contract service certificate or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:
Perform general farm work.
Fix fences.
Care for animals.
Feed and milk animals.
Clean animal pens.
Plant crops.

Inherent requirements:
Grade 10 on NQF Level 2 (attach proof).
Relevant experience related to the duties and responsibilities as set out above.

Recommendations:
Grade 12 or national vocational certificate on NQF Level 4 (attach proof).
Valid drivers licence (attach proof).
Minimum one (1) year of applicable farm work experience.

Required competencies:
Results Orientated
o The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
o The ability to stick with tasks not give up and overcome obstacles in completing ones task.
Strategic Thinking
o The ability to deal with several activities at a time
o The ability to focus on details work towards perfection and approach work in a neat and organised manner
Business Acumen
o The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Leading
o The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation energy and enthusiasm.
o The ability to cooperate with others display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
Building Coalitions
o The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible

Closing date:
6 February 2026

Salary:
The annual remuneration package including benefits is: R177 124.76.

Enquiries:
For enquiries please feel free to contact me at or email at or . Additionally kindly contact / 9813 for assistance.

Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme medical aid scheme group life insurance housing allowance leave and sick leave service bonus and study benefits.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: EEA13ReportUNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE FINAL SEP

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.