Field Rangers x16 posts for unskilled youth at Limpopo Dept of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENT AND TOURISM
The Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively (specifically persons with disabilities and women), will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidate from the unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 20 September 2024 @ 16h30
POST 32/123 : FIELD RANGER REF NO: C4/24/25/19 (X16 POSTS)
Directorate: Provincial Protected Areas Management
SALARY : R183 279 – R215 892 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE Atherstone Nature Reserve (X2 Posts) Brackenridge Nature Reserve (X1 Post) D’Nyala Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Langjan Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Letaba Ranch/Hans Merensky/Lillie Flora Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Moletjie Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Mphaphuli Cycad Nature Reserve (X2 posts) Nwanedi Nature Reserve (X3 Posts) Nylsvlei Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Potlake Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Turfloop Nature Reserve (X1 Post) Wonderkop Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : An NQF 4 qualification (grade 12) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A valid firearm competency certificate (handgun, rifle, shotgun). Physically fit. No criminal record. Valid driver’s license and PDP (with exception of persons with disability). Related training is essential (from SAWC, or any other accredited institution). Computer literacy (with certificate) will be an added advantage.
Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge in tracking and firearm handling; Verbal and written communication skills; Be able to work irregular hours (weekends, public holidays); Be able to travel as and when required. Problem solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication skills.
DUTIES : Assist with the protection of the nature reserve and its natural environmental resources which will include nature conservation patrols. Inspect and repair boundary fences. Warn visitors on unauthorized actions in the nature reserve and report non-compliance. Assist with fire management services and assist with access control. Assist with monitoring of ecological processes, habitats and biodiversity in the nature reserve which include gather biological and ecological data. Report on areas for rehabilitation and monitor rehabilitation areas. Assist with the monitoring and control of recreational facilities which will include control and monitoring of recreational activities and maintenance of recreational areas. Assist with wildlife management in other areas and communities.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs S Pelser Tel No: (015) 293 8678
APPLICATIONS : Applicants should apply through the following website https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za.
The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). Failure to attach required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualified.
Applications can also be hand delivered to: Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700 or posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700.
NOTE : All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. Applications must be submitted on new Z83 form (update version that came into effect on 01 January 2021), obtainable from any Public Service Department or downloaded from www.dpsa.gov.za and must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV). The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D should be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full except the following: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers. If an applicant responded “no” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? If yes (provide detail)” then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate not applicable or leave blank to the question, “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interest?”. Applicants may leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. Three (3) references must be included stating their contact details (landline, cellular number and email address). If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application of employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to conditions that prevent reappointment under Part F must be answered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation when shortlisted. The recommended candidate will be subjected to security clearance procedures. The candidates will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the applicable prescripts (applicable to salary level 9 to 14, and employees within Supply Chain Management and Finance Units). Applicants are not required to submit certified copies of educational qualifications, academic record, identity document and a valid driver’s licence (where required) with their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies on or before the day of the interview. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their applications reach the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism before the stipulated closing date. No faxed applications will be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only, due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive and if you have not heard from us within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are hereby advised to, within 90 days, request reasons from the Department for any administrative action which has adversely affected them in terms of section 5, sub-section 1 and 2 of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000 Shortlisted applicants should be willing to undergo normal vetting and 78 verification process as well as other relevant security and pre-employment checks as prescribed by the Minimum Information Security Standards. Consequently, the appointment will be subject to positive outcomes on these processes, which includes amongst others security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification, criminal record verification and reference checks. Appointment to some of this post will be provisional, pending the issue of a positive security clearance. Therefore, the appointment will be reconsidered / possibly terminated in case where the applicant failed to get a positive security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interviews. The Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism reserve the right not to fill any of these advertised posts. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be reappointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered. The contents of the advertised post will also be posted on the following websites www.limpopo.gov.za / www.ledet.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za.
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