Website South African National Parks (SANParks)
South African National Parks (SANParks) is the body responsible for managing and conserving South Africa's national parks, covering more than 3% of the country's total land area.
Requirements
- No Criminal record (Clearance must be submitted with application), reference and background checks will also be done.
- Minimum Grade 12 (Std 10) Certificate.
- Must be a competent swimmer and comfortable working in an aquatic environment.
- Valid code B driver’s license will be an added advantage.
- Skippers ticket will be an added advantage.
- PRE SEA training will be provided.
- Must be physically fit and willing to undergo a fitness and swimming test before the interview.
- Ability to conduct long and extended sea patrols under unfavourable conditions and to stay on Bird Island for extended periods of time.
- Must be willing to undergo a medical test.
- Must be willing to undergo integrity testing.
Responsibilities
- Law enforcement that will include participating in regular patrols by foot, vehicle and boat.
- Duty on Bird Island for up to three weeks at a time periodically.
- Anti-poaching operations that will require flexi-time, sleep-out, clandestine patrols, night shift duty and overtime.
- Assistance with natural resources management.
- Assist with the control of all contractors movement within the park.
- Assist with maintenance and management of all assets including boats, trailers, and vehicles