SANParks X4 Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors
- A vacancy currently exists for Semi-skilled Environmental Monitor Programme within Agulhas National Park (4). The above-stated positions are on a fixed-term contract up to 31 March 2027. The total remuneration package is a basic salary as per the Expanded Public Works Programme rates of R208.00 per day. Preference will be given to unemployed persons, Women & Persons Living with Disabilities.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12 / NCV level 4
- South African Citizens.
- Preference will be given for persons living with disabilities.
- Language proficiency in English and any other local language.
- Preference will be given to applicants of local communities adjacent to the park (within 40km radius).
- Clear Criminal Record.
- Basic Computer Competency (MS Word, Excel).
- Successfully candidate will have to undergo medical fitness through a Medical Practitioner.
- Ability to work weekends and public holidays with occasional overtime.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with natural resources management – including the implementation and monitoring of indigenous and invasive fauna and flora projects, soil erosion and rehabilitation management systems.
- Provide assistance with monitoring and recording of resource management & in-field data.
- Provide assistance with monitoring the progress, standard and quality of work for the EPWP contracting teams.
- Assist with in-field verifications, mapping, and density estimations and species identification.
- Assist with stock and asset management.
- General administration – including filing, completion of timesheets, logbooks and reports.
- Assist with assessments of all standards and procedures and ensuring compliance to by the relevant contractors.
- Assist with People and Conservation programs and initiatives as well as the provision of extension service to Park neighbours including environmental education.
- Assist with the management of tools, equipment, vehicles and infrastructure.
- Participation in regular patrols (foot, vehicle), applying and administering environmental legislation regulations within the boundaries of the park, regulation of visitors’ behaviour and incident recording, interpretation and dissemination of information.
- Assist with general maintenance of park infrastructure and terrain.
- Assist with fire management – including fighting wildfires, prescribed burns and fireproofing of the park boundary.
Please Note
- SANParks is an equal opportunity employer. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment. South African citizens will receive priority unless otherwise specified.
- SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Salary: R208.00 Per Day
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
Only interested persons who meet the above-stated requirement should apply using the following link:
Supporting documents such as a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents must be emailed to ANP.vacancies@sanparks.org using reference EM/10/2026 in the subject line. Application that does not meet the requirements will not be considered.
For enquiries: Contact Chantelle Damonse. Tel: 028 435 6078
Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
Closing Date: 30 October 2026