DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
POST 23/39: STATE VETERINARIAN – AQUATIC ORGANISMS
Reference No: FIM05/2025
Salary: R896 436 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
Centre: Cape Town (Marine Research Aquarium, Sea Point)
REQUIREMENTS:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science (NQF Level 7) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in veterinary services.
- Compulsory registration with the SAVC.
- In-depth knowledge of:
- Aquatic Animal Health and aquaculture production systems
- Disease management protocols
- SAVC regulations and requirements
- World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) standards
- Strong project planning and management skills.
- Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and analytical skills.
- Ability to collect, evaluate and interpret data effectively.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee veterinary import and export controls for aquatic organisms.
- Conduct biosecurity audits on all registered production farms.
- Perform stock inspections on grow-out aquaculture farms, including sampling, analysis, and secure storage of specimens.
- Provide veterinary support and oversight for the Department’s import control processes.
- Support and contribute to ongoing aquatic animal health research initiatives.
- Act as Biosecurity Coordinator and attending veterinarian for departmental aquaculture facilities.
- Convene meetings of the Aquatic Animal Ethics Committee (AAEC) and screen research proposals before submission.
- Review and update AAEC Standard Operating Procedures annually.
- Lead the development, implementation, and review of aquatic animal health legislation, policies, guidelines, and programmes.
- Participate in relevant aquatic animal health working groups.
- Provide expert input for reviewing permit conditions and aligning them with domestic and international standards.
- Oversee the National Residue Control Programme implementation.
- Monitor and ensure the effectiveness of biosecurity protocols.
- Compile and submit monthly sub-unit reports.
- Develop and maintain veterinary and aquaculture health databases.
ENQUIRIES:
Mr. A Njobeni – Tel: 082 924 0101
APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
Address applications to:
The Director-General
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Attn: Director – Integrated Human Resource Management
Postal: Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000
Physical: 14 Loop Street, Cape Town
Email: [email protected] (Please quote the reference number in the subject line)
CLOSING DATE: 21 July 2025
FOR ATTENTION: Human Resource Management
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Applications must be submitted using the signed Z83 form (available from any Public Service Department).
- Include a detailed, up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Do not attach certified documents initially. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit:
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Senior Certificate
- Identity document
- Driver’s license (if applicable)
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY:
- The Department is committed to employment equity.
- Preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups, as per the Department’s equity plan.
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo screening and security vetting, which may include:
- Criminal record check
- Verification of citizenship
- Credit history
- Reference checks
- Qualification verification
- Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews and assessments at the Department’s convenience.
SENIOR MANAGEMENT SERVICE (SMS) POSTS:
- Applicants for SMS positions must complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme prior to appointment.
- The programme is offered by the National School of Government (NSG).
Access the course here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/ - Proof of successful completion must be submitted by shortlisted candidates.
- A technical assessment will be conducted to evaluate job-specific competencies.
- Recommended candidates will undergo a generic managerial competency assessment, per DPSA guidelines.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- Successful candidates will be required to:
- Sign a performance agreement
- Sign an employment contract
- Undergo security clearance
- The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts.
- If you do not receive a response within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.