Outdoor General Worker: Gate & Fence Patroller (Permanent)

Youth Updates; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 130,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Housing allowance

Leave entitlements

Job summary

The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is hiring 16 General Workers (Redline Gate/Guard/Fence Patroller) for permanent positions in Vhembe and Mopani districts. The role involves outdoor patrols, gate control, and biosecurity responsibilities to protect livestock health.

Successful candidates will join a stable public service with Level 02 salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for skill development in animal health and biosecurity.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy (ABET level 2) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of public service acts and policies.
• Supervisory skills are advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical fitness for patrolling and outdoor duties.

Responsibilities

• Control movement of cloven-hooved animals at gates and crossing points.
• Conduct regular fence patrols and report damage or breaches.
• Manage quarantined animals and ensure movement restrictions are followed.
• Keep accurate records of movements, incidents and daily activities.
• Report disease symptoms to supervisor and assist biosecurity measures.
• Collaborate with veterinary officers and department staff.
• Perform other duties as delegated by supervisor.

Skills

Basic literacy

Numeracy

Independent & team work

Physical fitness

Outdoor work readiness

Education

ABET Level 2

Job description

The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is hiring 16 General Workers (Redline Gate/Guard/Fence Patroller) for permanent positions in Vhembe and Mopani districts. The role involves outdoor patrols, gate control, and biosecurity responsibilities to protect livestock health.

Successful candidates will join a stable public service with Level 02 salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for skill development in animal health and biosecurity.