Limpopo Agriculture General Worker Vacancies (X23 Posts)

 

The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) is inviting applications for 23 General Worker vacancies—this forms part of its commitment to bolster sustainable farming and community development in the province. This is a golden opportunity for candidates with ABET Level 2 (or equivalent) qualifications to join the public sector at Level 02, earning an annual salary of R138,486.

Why You Should Apply

• Public Service Career Start: Solid entry-level opportunity in the agricultural sector—no prior experience required.
• Provincial Impact: Play a vital role in supporting Limpopo’s agriculture, biosecurity, and community development.
• Growth & Equity: LDARD promotes affirmative action and offers a nurturing workplace for women and people with disabilities

POSTS: GENERAL WORKER (X23 POSTS)

SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)

CENTRE :

• Vhembe Far North Ref No: LDARD 110/6/2025 (X8 Posts)
• Vhembe Central Ref No: LDARD 111/6/2025 (X5 Posts)
• Vhembe East Ref No: LDARD 112/6/2025 (X3 Posts)
• Mopani North Ref No: LDARD 113/6/2025 (X1 Post)
• Waterberg North Ref No: LDARD 115/6/2025 (X1 Post)
• Sekhukhune South Central Ref No: LDARD 116/6/2025 (X1 Post)
• Waterberg South Central Ref No: LDARD 117/6/2025 (X1 Post)
• Waterberg North Ref No: LDARD 118/6/2025 (X1 Post)
• Vhembe East Ref No: LDARD 119/6/2025 (X1 Post)
• Mopani District Ref No: LDARD 120/6/2025 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS :

• ABET level 2 or equivalent appropriate qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• No experience required.

 

 

Knowledge, Competencies, And Skills:

• Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Able to read and write.
• Knowledge of security services.
• Communication Skills.
• Good interpersonal relations. Report writing.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and gardening principles.
• Ability to operate basic garden equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of maintenance of relevant equipment.

DUTIES :

• To perform routine manual farming activities.
• Control over Movement of cloven hooved animals.
• Stop, register, and search vehicle from the redline area.
• Check meat, dairy product, dung, grass, hides, skins, etc.
• Confiscate all product listed in (ii) above. Open and close the gate.
• Report confiscated products to the supervisor for further attention.
• Conduct fence patrol. Routine check of the redline fence. Repair of fence breakage.
• Trace animal track along the redline fence. Clear bushes along the redline fence.
• Control over quarantined animals. Check permit for animal quarantined.
• Liaise with the Animal Health Technician for inspection.
• Keep records. Keep permits register.
• Keep register for quarantined animals. Keep register for vehicle movement.

 

 

APPLICATIONS :

Applicants should apply through the following website http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). as well as copies of all qualifications, Identity Document and valid driver’s license only. Failure to attach copies and required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualification.

For Head office: Polokwane, LDARD, Mokopane Laboratory, Makhado Laboratory; Towoomba Research Centre; Mara Research Centre; Haartebees; Tompi Seleka College and Madzivhandila College: The Head of Department, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X9487, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered to: Office 48, Temo Towers Floor 2, 67/69 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0699.

Mopani District: The Director Mopani District Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X577, Giyani, 0826 or hand delivered to: Old Parliamentary Building, Giyani, 0826.

Waterberg District: The Director Waterberg District Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X1048, Modimolle, 0510 or hand delivered to: NTK Building, Modimolle, 0510.

Capricorn District: The Director: Capricorn District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X28, Chuenespoort, 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 28 Next to Traffic Government offices: Lebowakgomo.

Sekhukhune District: The Director: Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X01, Chuenespoort, 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 27 Next to Traffic Government offices: Lebowakgomo.

Vhembe District: The Director: Vhembe District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X2247, Sibasa, 0970 or Physical address: Handed in at Makwarela Government offices.

 

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Applications must be submitted on a duly completed prescribed Z83 application for employment form and must be accompanied by a detailed CV. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application except when applying through the erecruitment system. All fields in Part A, Part C and Part D of the Z83 form should be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full. Part E, F & G applicants often indicate “refer to CV or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information.

 

 

Tips for a Winning Application

• Double-check your reference number (e.g., LDARD 110/6/2025 for Vhembe Far North).
• Ensure your Z83 form is fully completed, signed, and includes all required documents.
• Clearly highlight your ABET qualification and any relevant skills (e.g., security awareness, gardening, manual work).
• Include certificates, IDs, and a recent CV; ensure all copies are certified, and originals are ready for interviews.

This is a fantastic chance for unskilled but motivated individuals to enter a meaningful agricultural career with the provincial government. If you’re punctual, team-oriented, and ready to get your hands dirty for a good cause—apply before 1 August 2025. Best of luck!

ENQUIRIES :

• Vhembe District: Mammburu TD Tel No: (015) 963 2005 or Rathogwa MM Tel No: (015) 963 2007.
• Mopani District: Ms. Malatji MA, Matlou MT, Chaka NS and Hlungwani G Tel No: (015) 811 9837 or Tel No: (015) 811 1189
• Waterberg District: Mr. Matjiu SK Tel No: (014) 717 4949 or Ms. Kekana RM Tel No: (014) 717 1324
• Sekhukhune District: Ms. Laka MA Tel No: (015) 632 7000 or Ms. Mphahlele RS Tel No: (015) 632 7000

CLOSING DATE : 01 August 2025

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