Field Ranger Job x15 Posts
FIELD RANGER REF NO: C2/25/39 (X15 POSTS)
Directorate: Provincial Protected Areas Management
Field Ranger Job x15 Posts, Re-advertisements, all applicants who previously applied need to re-apply if interested as the previous applications will not be considered.
SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Atherstone Nature Reserve (X2 Posts) (X1 Post re-advertisement)
Brackenridge Nature Reserve (X1 Post) (re-advertisement)
Hans Merensky Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Langjan Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Makapans Valley WHS (X1 Post)
Matrompie Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Modjadji Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Mokolo Dam Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Mphaphuli Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Nwanedi Nature Reserve (X2 Posts) (re-advertisement)
Turfloop Nature Reserve (X2 Posts)
Witvinger Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : An NQF 4 (Grade 12 / ABET / AET level 3) qualification or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Valid SAPS Firearm Competency Certificate (handgun/rifle/shotgun). Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Physically fit. No criminal record. Experience in conservation management programs will be an added advantage. Conservation training certificate / qualification is essential from accredited institution. Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge of nature reserve management and nature conservation legislations and policies (national and provincial). Ability to use a firearm. Problem solving and analysis skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication skills.
DUTIES : Assist with the protection of the nature reserve and its natural resources. Conduct law enforcement operations / programs (nature conservation patrols). Inspect and repair the boundary fence. Infrastructure maintenance. Manage visitors’ behaviour and actions in reserves. Report non-compliance. Assist with fire management services. Assist with access control. Assist with monitoring of ecological processes, habitats and biodiversity in nature reserves which include gathering biological and ecological data. Identify and conduct ecological rehabilitation programmes such as soil erosion controls, alien plants removal and bush encroachment programmes. Assist Wildlife Management in other areas and communities. Conduct conservation management programmes (water provision and fire management programmes). Assist with game monitoring and management programmes.
ENQUIRIES: Ms WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691
APPLICATIONS : Applicants should apply through the following website https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. Applications can also be hand delivered to: Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700 OR posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700. E-mailed or Hand delivered or posted applications (hard copies): E-mail address to use is erecruitment@ledet.gov.za (Put post reference number in subject line).
CLOSING DATE : 06 October 2025 @ 16h30
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