EPWP Programme Employment Opportunity: 2 x Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors
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