Job Description

We seek to appoint a dynamic person to assist with ecological data collection, monitoring, infrastructure maintenance, law enforcement and tourism management. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement Eco-Matrix and Integrated Catchment Management

• Assist with ecological data collections and monitoring
• Assist with invasive alien plant control
• Assist with firefighting operations
• Assist with environmental education
• Assist with maintenance of all infrastructure

Supervisory and Administrative Duties

• Supervise EPWP teams
• Implement Annual Plan of operations
• Support management in effective management of Protected Area
• Do required daily, weekly and monthly administration work, including issuing of permits and receiving of money
• Assist with control and management of assets

Perform Legal Compliance Quality Assurance and OHS

• Carry out law enforcement patrols
• Provide support to Conservation Services during law enforcement operations
• Assist with search and rescue operations
• Implement Occupational Health and Safety policies and guidelines
• Do Environmental Control Officer duties

Infrastructure and Equipment

• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance of infrastructure
• Assist with maintenance and service of facilities
• Maintain vehicles and equipment
• Transport of staff/equipment

Client Care

• Assist with Tourism activities
• Provide visitors with information and interpretation
• Apply basic First Aid
• Assist with gate guard duties, including issuing of permits and receipt of money

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 or National Diploma in Nature conservation
• Have an appropriate field ranger qualification
• At least one year job related experience
• Peace Officers qualification will be advantages
• A valid code B driver’s license (EC license &PDP is an added advantage)
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, QGIS)
• Knowledge and experience in working with tourist, maintenance of infrastructure and law enforcement
• Fire Fighting experience and Crew Boss level or higher qualification

Competencies

• Willingness to work weekend shifts and irregular hours
• Physical ability to perform field ranger duties
• No criminal record
• Strong analytical, strategic and creative problem solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment managing multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Good project planning and organizing skills
• Ability to function independently and within a team
• Computer literacy plus advanced proficiency in MS-Office
• Use of QGIS software

Recommendation:

• Possession of a valid Peace Officer’s certificate, EMI certification or a type of enforcement experience
• National Diploma in Nature Conservation
• Chainsaw & Brushcutter operator certificates

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