Nature Conservation jobs

EPWP Employment opportunities currently exist for 2 x Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors within the Biodiversity Social Projects Environmental Monitor Programme in the Kruger National Park (Hamakiya Nature Reserve). The above-stated employment opportunities are fixed-term contracts up to the end of 31 March 2027.

The appointed participant or Environmental Monitor will be paid a wage rate of R 208 per day as per Expanded Public Works Programme rates. Incumbents will stay outside the park.

Location

Kruger National Park

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 / NCV level 4.
• Must have 1 year of experience in environmental monitoring activities.
• Language proficiency in English and one other local language, with good written and verbal skills.
• Experience in recording of information and report writing.
• Willing to work flexible hours e.g. weekends & after hours.
• Must be in good physical health.
• No criminal record.
• Successfully candidate will have to undergo medical fitness through a Medical Practitioner.
• Ability to work weekends and public holidays with occasional overtime.
• VALID POLICE clearance certificate or proof of application for a Police Clearance Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Protected area functions – area integrity & wildlife security.
• Problem Animals damaging the fence and reporting of domestic animals inside the park.
• Waste Removal on the Fence.
• Fence Maintenance and monitoring on a daily basis.
• Camp patrols and general cleaning.
• Report damaged fence in the camp.
• Participation in community and environmental awareness programmes.
• Assist with relevant conservation activities when required.
• Report any suspected Poaching activities to the local section ranger.

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.

Salary

R 208 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

A cover letter with a unique number (EPWP/KNP/HNR-2) and detailed CV, ID copy, and highest qualification obtained (certified within the past 6 months) to the following address:

South African National Parks – Biodiversity and Social Projects

Att: Maartien Ndlamini

Hand deliver to Hamakuya Nature Reserve

Email: maarteen.ndlamini@sanparks.org

013 735 0015

Applications that have not been responded to within 14 days should be regarded as unsuccessful

Closing Date

19 June 2026