EPWP Employment opportunity currently exists for 2 x Skilled Environmental Monitors within Kruger National Park (Marula Region). The above-stated employment opportunities are fixed-term contract up to the end of 31 March 2027.
The appointed participant or Armed Environmental Monitor will be paid a wage rate of R 311 per day as per Expanded Public Works Programme rates.
Requirements
Grade 12 certificate.
Must have 1 year of experience in ecological monitoring work.
Must have 1 year of experience in Field Ranger duties.
Firearm documentation required:
Firearm competency - Self-loading rifle (Unit standards 119650 and 123511).
Knowledge of firearm control act (unit standard 117705).
Must have done a Basic Field Ranger course.
Clean criminal record (Background screening to be conducted as part of the recruitment process).
Understanding the Basic principles of Health & Safety (Health & Safety level 1).
Ability to do long and extended patrols or walk in a big5 environment.
Successful candidate will have to undergo medical fitness through a Medical Practitioner.
Ability to work weekends and public holidays with occasional overtime.
In possession of a Code 8 driving licence.
VALID POLICE clearance certificate or proof of application for a Police Clearance Certificate.
Responsibilities
Alien plant identification and mapping.
Use of Quick Capture/Survey123, Carry Map, CyberTracker.
Monitoring of biocontrol sites and biocontrol agents.
Assist with verification of WFW operational areas.
Assist with conservation-related activities in the park as and when required.
Ensure accurate recording of incidents or sightings kept and recorded in the notebook.
Guard Working for Water teams (consists of 12 Participants) when required.
Assist with EPWP project in the park when required.
Assist with other ad hoc duties (maintenance, grass cutting).
Salary
R 311 Per Day
Closing Date
19 June 2026