EPWP Programme Employment Opportunity: 5X Skilled Environmental Monitors (Conservation)

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.

Documents Required

• A detailed CV with cover letter, and valid certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID and all qualifications