Location: Golden Gate Highlands
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 Riffle
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.
Please Note
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA. SANParks reserves the right not to make an
appointment.
Closing Date: 19 September 2025
Documents Required
A detailed CV with cover letter, and valid certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID and all qualifications obtained to:
Att: Nomcebo Shabalala
South African National Parks
Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Private Bag x 3
Clarens
9707
Email: Nomcebo.Shabalala@sanparks.org