Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/314 · Ref AGR 36/2026

STATE VETERINARIAN: ANIMAL HEALTH

Western Cape Department of Agriculture

  • CentreDepartment of Agriculture, Western Cape Government.
  • ProvinceWestern Cape
  • LevelLevel 11
Closing date: 14 days remainingLate applications will not be accepted.

Job details

Circular
32 of 2026
Page No.
1
Circular Post
32/314
Reference number
AGR 36/2026
Department
Western Cape Department of Agriculture
Province
Western Cape
Centre
Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government.
Salary
R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
Closing date
28 September 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

  • An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council;
  • Compulsory registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC);
  • A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience;
  • A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.
  • Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extensive fieldwork and exposure to infectious diseases;
  • Ability to work in high-pressure outbreak environments;
  • Physical mobility and ability to conduct inspections and investigations;
  • Availability for after-hours and emergency response.
  • Skills in the following: Computer literacy;
  • Financial Management;
  • Statistical;
  • Research;
  • Analytical;
  • Communication;
  • Interpretation.

Duties

  • Animal Health Services and Disease Control;
  • Epidemiology and Data management;
  • Veterinary Laboratory and Diagnostic Services;
  • Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Regulatory Services and Compliance;
  • Extension Services and Stakeholder Engagement;
  • Emergency Preparedness/Early warning and Risk Management;
  • Administration and Management.

Enquiries

Dr N Magadla Tel No: (021) 808 5250

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your

Notes and Z83 guidance

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
  • Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
  • All shortlisted candidates 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.
  • The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
  • By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
  • Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
  • Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
  • Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS

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Original Text
POST 32/314 : STATE VETERINARIAN: ANIMAL HEALTH REF NO: AGR 36/2026 (X3 POSTS AVAILABLE IN GEORGE, STELLENBOSCH AND BOLAND)
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory
registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extensive fieldwork and exposure to infectious diseases; Ability to work in high-pressure outbreak environments;
Physical mobility and ability to conduct inspections and investigations;
Availability for after-hours and emergency response. Skills in the following:
Computer literacy; Financial Management; Statistical; Research; Analytical;
Communication; Interpretation.
DUTIES : Animal Health Services and Disease Control; Epidemiology and Data management; Veterinary Laboratory and Diagnostic Services; Veterinary
Public Health and Food Safety Regulatory Services and Compliance;
Extension Services and Stakeholder Engagement; Emergency
Preparedness/Early warning and Risk Management; Administration and
Management.
ENQUIRIES : Dr N Magadla Tel No: (021) 808 5250
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your
application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or
https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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