Website eThekwini Municipality
The eThekwini Municipality is an employer of choice, with excellent working conditions and competitive salary packages for employees. The Municipality is committed to creating a great place to work by creating development opportunities for employees to grow. Working for eThekwini Municipality will give you a chance to make a difference in people’s lives and become part of our team to make Durban the most caring and liveable city in Africa.
About the job
Responsible for carrying out the maintenance of natural areas (protected natural reserves, designated DMOSS, riverine wetland and coastal habitats) and public facilities in compliance with policies and procedures of Natural Areas within eThekwini Municipality.
| Job Title | Natural Areas Assistant |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Job Grade | T04 |
| Division | Natural Resources |
| Department | Parks Leisure And Cemeteries |
| Branch | Natural Resources And Special Services |
| Vacancy Group | PARKS,RECREATION AND CULTURE |
| Reporting To | Supervisor |
| Location – Town / City | DURBAN |
| Location – Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Location – Country | South Africa |
| Special Conditions | May be required to work with animals. May be required to work in all weather conditions. May be required to work irregular hours/overtime. May be required to work in rugged terrain and habitats. All posts are interchangeable within the Division. |
| Job Purpose | Responsible for carrying out the maintenance of natural areas (protected natural reserves, designated DMOSS, riverine wetland and coastal habitats) and public facilities in compliance with policies and procedures of Natural Areas within eThekwini Municipality. |
| Key Responsibility Areas | Prepares for the days work Maintains allocated small plants and equipment in a clean, functional and safe conditions Maintains public land, facilities and infrastructure with natural and DM.O.S.S areas Performs Arboriculture, watercourse maintenance and habitat rehabilitation specific to Natural Reserve/ Aquatic areas and D.M.O.S.S area Clearing of Alien invasive species and indigenous bush encroachment in terrestrial and aquatic habitats Handling, rescuing and relocating animals Performs general zoological/ enclosure maintenance functions Undertakes the construction and maintenance of facilities Assists member of the public with general queries and information Ensure Occupation Health and Safety regulation are compliedPhysical Requirements: Must be able to perform physical duty of the post This post reports to SUPERVISOR |
| Competencies | Managing Work Work Place Safety Task Accountability Operation & Control Service Delivery Orientation Interpersonal Relationships Communication Action Orientation Team Orientation |
| Essential Requirements | An appropriate level of primary education. Certificate of competencies in the operation of small plant and equipment or obtainable within 6 months from appointment. 6 Months relevant experience. |
| Preferred Requirements | An appropriate level of secondary education. 1 Year relevant experience. |
| Housing Subsidy | Yes |
| Leave | Yes |
| Medical Aid | Yes |
| Pension Fund | Yes |
| Remuneration | R139 675.56 – R176 171.88 pa |
| 13th Cheque | Yes |
| Contact Name | MUMAN CAPITAL |
