HANDYMAN – DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE – APPLY BEFORE 22 MAY 2026
Employer: Department of Agriculture
Position: Handyman
Reference Number: 3/3/1/31/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
Job Type: Permanent Government Opportunity
Location: Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute (GADI), Middelburg, Eastern Cape
Overview
The Department of Agriculture is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Handyman at Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute in Middelburg, Eastern Cape.
This opportunity is suitable for candidates with maintenance, repair, fencing, and general farm infrastructure experience.
Successful candidates will assist with maintenance of buildings, irrigation systems, fencing, farm infrastructure, and related maintenance duties.
Minimum Requirements
-Grade 9 or NQF Level 1 qualification
-1–2 years relevant experience in farm and/or fence making work
-Fence making competency certificate will be advantageous
Required Skills & Knowledge
-Good communication skills
-Knowledge of maintenance and repair work
-Ability to work independently
-Good interpersonal skills
-Knowledge of farm infrastructure maintenance
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Repairs
- Maintenance of buildings and farm infrastructure
- Fence installation and repairs
- Plumbing, carpentry and painting duties
- Irrigation system maintenance
- General repair and maintenance duties
Farm Support Duties
- Assist with farm-related maintenance work
- Maintain equipment and infrastructure
- Cleaning of buildings, equipment and official vehicles
Why You Should Apply
- Permanent government opportunity
- Stable monthly income and government benefits
- Opportunity to gain public sector experience
- Work within an agricultural development environment
- Valuable maintenance and technical experience
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: R170 226 per annum
- Government employee benefits may apply
- Stable long-term employment opportunity