Kruger National Park Technical General Worker
A vacancy currently exists within Scientific Services for a Technical General Worker stationed at Shingwedzi Research Camp in the Kruger National Park.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 Certificate (matric) required or equivalent
- 1-2 years of practical experience in a maintance field.
- Brush cutter certificate/ competency.
- Ability to speak, read & write English is essential.
- Machinery operating, literacy, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Incumbent must be physically fit and capable of performing tasks such as lifting, bending, gardening, and standing for extended periods.
- Self-motivated, good time management, responsible, and disciplined.
- Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays.
- Valid and functional Drivers licence.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- First Aid Level 1 will serve as an advantage.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the terrain and gardens, including brush cutting and general landscaping.
- Perform routine general maintenance tasks relating to the Research Camp buildings, fences, roads, water supply and infrastructure.
- Undertake minor electrical, plumbing, welding, and carpentry work, within the incumbent’s capabilities.
- Carry out general paint work.
- Perform general cleaning duties, including removal of rubbish, cleaning of fireplaces, braais, and surrounding areas.
- Ensure the neatness of the Research Campgrounds and communal areas at all times.
- Clean vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment and ensure all are in good working condition at all times.
- Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) practices at all times.
- Assist camp supervisor with general cleaning duties of accommodations and communal areas, when necessary.
- Assist with the collection of supplies when necessary.
- Assist with inventory counting.
- Record and report major maintenance issues to the camp supervisor.
- Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by the camp supervisor.
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
Please apply via the link and email your CV and certified documents, to celine.hendricks@sanparks.org with the subject line: “TECHNICAL GENERAL
WORKER- Shingwedzi” to Celine.hendricks@sanparks.org
https://forms.office.com/r/yf1C0QLKed?origin=lprLink
Candidates who do not do both processes will not be considered.
Closing Date: 24 April 2026