Circular 31 of 2026 · Post 31/21 · Ref REF NO OC24/2026
SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A (ENVIRONMENTAL INTERACTIONS RESEARCH)
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
- CentreCape Town
Closing date: Closes today
Job details
- Circular
- 31 of 2026
- Page No.
- 7
- Circular Post
- 31/21
- Reference number
- REF NO OC24/2026
- Department
- Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
- Centre
- Cape Town
- Salary
- R407 337 per annum
- Closing date
- 14 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
The listed centre is Cape Town.
Applications close on 14 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R407 337 per annum
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in Biological Science, or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
- Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as certificated natural scientist.
- Three (3) years’ relevant post-qualification technical experience is required.
- Experience in research design and application of data collection methods.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
- One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- Familiarity with data management/ quality control and parameters for validation.
- Computer literacy, including coding.
- Experience in data management and analysis software/programs.
- Understanding of practical application; design; maintenance and/or calibration of marine monitoring equipment/systems.
- Ability to organise and participate in field work and/or go to sea for extended periods.
- Sound laboratory knowledge and experience.
- The following would be an added advantage; a small craft skipper’s certificate (Merchant Shipping Act, 1951); commercial dive qualification or willingness to train for one.
- Experience working with automated image analysis equipment and microplastics sampling and analysis equipment.
Duties
- The candidate’s responsibilities will include the following: Provide technical assistance to research on biological oceanography and climate change processes around South Africa.
- Implement technical scientific functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework.
- Apply operational standards and consolidate methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
- Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions.
- Prepare for and participate in research activities.
- Conduct data collection through field surveys.
- Conduct maintenance, calibration and operation of scientific equipment.
- Provide technical assistance to research on methodologies and technology development.
- Manage technical workshops and assets.
- Develop working relations with the client base.
- Promote public awareness of scientific activities.
- Provide technical/scientific data, information and advice.
- Data management and validation.
- Make preparation of data and routine interpretation.
- Conduct analysis of technical scientific data.
- Formulate proposals and compile reports.
- Develop and customise operational procedures.
- Distribution of information.
- Maintain databases and data management.
- Apply the appropriate scientific and technical procedures/skills to generate information.
- Participate in research cruises and field trips.
- Conduct equipment reviews.
- Conduct research/literature studies to improve expertise.
- Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on technology-related matters.
- Publish and present technical reports and research findings.
- Maintain continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
- Conceptualise and develop scientific equipment.
- Assist/train interns & students in data processing, data formatting, data archiving, or product generation.
- Participate in outreach events as requested.
Enquiries
Mr. Marco Worship at 082 309 7546
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
Notes and Z83 guidance
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link.
- Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references.
- Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
- No late applications will be accepted Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and the technical exercise of all SMS posts, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract.
- The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
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This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 31 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 31/21 : SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A (ENVIRONMENTAL
INTERACTIONS RESEARCH) REF NO: REF NO OC24/2026
SALARY : R407 337 per annum
CENTRE : Cape Town
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF 6) in Biological Science, or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Compulsory registration with the South African Council
for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as certificated natural scientist.
Three (3) years’ relevant post-qualification technical experience is required.
Experience in research design and application of data collection methods. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Familiarity with data management/ quality control and parameters for validation. Computer literacy,
including coding. Experience in data management and analysis software/programs. Understanding of practical application; design;
maintenance and/or calibration of marine monitoring equipment/systems.
Ability to organise and participate in field work and/or go to sea for extended periods. Sound laboratory knowledge and experience. The following would be
an added advantage; a small craft skipper’s certificate (Merchant Shipping Act,
1951); commercial dive qualification or willingness to train for one. Experience working with automated image analysis equipment and microplastics sampling
and analysis equipment.
DUTIES : The candidate’s responsibilities will include the following: Provide technical assistance to research on biological oceanography and climate change
processes around South Africa. Implement technical scientific functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework.
Apply operational standards and consolidate methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions. Prepare
for and participate in research activities. Conduct data collection through field surveys. Conduct maintenance, calibration and operation of scientific
equipment. Provide technical assistance to research on methodologies and technology development. Manage technical workshops and assets. Develop
working relations with the client base. Promote public awareness of scientific activities. Provide technical/scientific data, information and advice. Data
management and validation. Make preparation of data and routine interpretation. Conduct analysis of technical scientific data. Formulate
proposals and compile reports. Develop and customise operational procedures. Distribution of information. Maintain databases and data
management. Apply the appropriate scientific and technical procedures/skills to generate information. Participate in research cruises and field trips. Conduct
equipment reviews. Conduct research/literature studies to improve expertise.
Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on technology-related matters. Publish and present technical reports and research findings. Maintain continuous
professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
Conceptualise and develop scientific equipment. Assist/train interns & students in data processing, data formatting, data archiving, or product generation.
Participate in outreach events as requested.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Marco Worship at 082 309 7546
INTERACTIONS RESEARCH) REF NO: REF NO OC24/2026
SALARY : R407 337 per annum
CENTRE : Cape Town
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF 6) in Biological Science, or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Compulsory registration with the South African Council
for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as certificated natural scientist.
Three (3) years’ relevant post-qualification technical experience is required.
Experience in research design and application of data collection methods. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Familiarity with data management/ quality control and parameters for validation. Computer literacy,
including coding. Experience in data management and analysis software/programs. Understanding of practical application; design;
maintenance and/or calibration of marine monitoring equipment/systems.
Ability to organise and participate in field work and/or go to sea for extended periods. Sound laboratory knowledge and experience. The following would be
an added advantage; a small craft skipper’s certificate (Merchant Shipping Act,
1951); commercial dive qualification or willingness to train for one. Experience working with automated image analysis equipment and microplastics sampling
and analysis equipment.
DUTIES : The candidate’s responsibilities will include the following: Provide technical assistance to research on biological oceanography and climate change
processes around South Africa. Implement technical scientific functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework.
Apply operational standards and consolidate methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions. Prepare
for and participate in research activities. Conduct data collection through field surveys. Conduct maintenance, calibration and operation of scientific
equipment. Provide technical assistance to research on methodologies and technology development. Manage technical workshops and assets. Develop
working relations with the client base. Promote public awareness of scientific activities. Provide technical/scientific data, information and advice. Data
management and validation. Make preparation of data and routine interpretation. Conduct analysis of technical scientific data. Formulate
proposals and compile reports. Develop and customise operational procedures. Distribution of information. Maintain databases and data
management. Apply the appropriate scientific and technical procedures/skills to generate information. Participate in research cruises and field trips. Conduct
equipment reviews. Conduct research/literature studies to improve expertise.
Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on technology-related matters. Publish and present technical reports and research findings. Maintain continuous
professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
Conceptualise and develop scientific equipment. Assist/train interns & students in data processing, data formatting, data archiving, or product generation.
Participate in outreach events as requested.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Marco Worship at 082 309 7546