Environmental Monitors - Conservation x5 posts at SANParks - Golden Gate Highlands for unskilled candidates (Grade 12)
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- Sep 12
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Updated: Sep 16
EPWP Programme Employment Opportunity: 5X Skilled Environmental Monitors (Conservation)
EPWP Employment opportunity currently exists for 5 x Skilled Environmental Monitor within Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The above-stated position is a fixed-term contract up to the end of 31 March 2026. The appointed participant or Environmental Monitors will be paid a wage rate of R 311,00 per day as per Expanded Public Works Programme rates.
Location Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Requirements
A Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 qualification (Standard 10).
Willing to work flexible hours e.g. weekends & after hours.
Physically fit, with the ability to conduct extended patrols in challenging terrain, including mountainous areas.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical fitness examination conducted by a certified medical practitioner.
No criminal record – a valid SAPS Clearance Certificate must be submitted.
A valid driver’s license will be considered an advantage.
Firearm competency in Self-Loading Rifles, Manually Operated Rifles, and 9mm Pistols will be a strong advantage.
Must have own reliable transport and accommodation (no staff housing is provided).
Willingness to undergo a fitness assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Responsibilities
Conduct law enforcement activities (Patrols, Monitoring, Anti-poaching, problem animal control by means of foot, Horses, or vehicle).
Assist with infrastructure maintenance (Fence, Trail Maintenance, Soil Erosion and Rehabilitation management systems, Roads, etc).
Ensure accurate records of incidents or sightings are kept.
Assist with relevant Conservation activities when required – (Clearing of Alien Species).
Assist with fire management – including wildfire suppression, implementation of firebreaks and prescribed burns.
Checking & completion of vehicle logbooks.
Report directly to Corporals / Section Ranger.
Assist at the Stable for Horse riding Activities.
Please Note: SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA. SANParks reserves the right not to make anappointment.
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required: A detailed CV with cover letter, and valid certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID and all qualifications obtained to:
Att: Nomcebo Shabalala
South African National Parks
Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Private Bag x3, Clarens, 9707
NB: Only quote Skilled Environmental Monitor- Conservation in the subject line of your application.
Alternatively: CV’s can be hand delivered to the Nature Conservation Offices at Gladstone[1]Golden Gate between 08h00 am and 15h30 pm.
Successful Candidate will have to provide own transport and accommodation. Applications that have not been responded to within 14 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
Closing Date 19 September 2025