About South African National Parks (SANParks)

South African National Parks (SANParks) is the organization responsible for managing South Africa’s 19 national parks. Established in 1926, its primary mandate is to oversee the conservation of the country’s biodiversity, landscapes, and heritage. The organization promotes nature-based tourism to both local and international visitors. The income from these commercial operations helps fund conservation efforts.

Job Description

Two (2) x vacancies currently exist in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park: Gladstone Section, for a General Worker in the Conservation Department based at the Stables. The successful candidates will report to the Field Ranger Corporal.

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate (Std 10) required or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
• 1-2 Years experience working in a conservation related field or Horse Riding.
• Proficiency in English (spoken, read, and written) as well as any additional language.
• Must be physically fit (fitness test to be conducted).
• Knowledge of small plant use – chainsaw and Brushcutter.
• Basic Firefighting knowledge.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act).
• Basic First Aid will be an added advantage.
• Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• To assist in identifying and reporting horse related ailments to the Stable Supervisors/Horse Handler.
• Assist with horse vaccinations, feeding, medical care and grooming when needed.
• General maintenance at the Stable and upkeep of terrain, gardens, cleanliness of the paddocks, clean/cut grass around the Stables and Offices
• To ensure riding equipment – saddles and bridles are cleaned and maintained.
• Assist other Stables staff with Visitor outrides as needed.
• Assisting with erecting and maintaining fences.
• Assist on wildfire suppression, conducting prescribed burns and preparation of fire breaks.
• Assisting with soil erosion and invasive plant control.
• Infrastructure maintenance including buildings, hiking trails, and signage.
• To ensure a high level of OHS practices are applied.

Please Note

• Official accommodation will be provided within the park.
• All application that do not comply with the relevant requirements will be regarded as incomplete and will not be considered.
• SANPARKS subscribes and is committed to the principle of employment equity and equal employment opportunities and appointments will be made in terms of SANParks Employment Equity Policy.