EPWP Programme Employment Opportunity at SANParks

SANParks EPWP Programme Employment Opportunity: 3x Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors

EPWP Employment opportunities currently exist for X3 Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitor within the Biodiversity Social Projects Environmental Monitor Programme in the Agulhas National Park. The above state positions are fixed contracts up to the end of 31 March 2026. Successful candidate will be reporting directly to Section Ranger/ Ranger Sergeant.

The appointed participants or Environmental Monitor will be paid a wage rate of R208 per day as per Expanded Public works Programme rates.

Job Location: Agulhas National Park

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NCV level 4 qualification (Standard 10).
• Interest in working in a nature conservation Environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours e.g. weekends and after hours.
• Must be in good physical health and capable of performing field duties.
• Successful candidates will have to undergo medical fitness examination through a medical practitioner.
• Understanding of basic principles of Health and Safety.
• No criminal record (SAPS) Verification will be done.
• Computer Literacy will be added as an advantage.
• Basic Firefighting training will be added as an advantage.
• Preference will be given to those between 18-35 years.

Responsibilities

• Asist with the management of tools, equipment, vehicles and infrastructure, herbicide, stock control and asset management.
• Manage in-field administration-including Timesheets, H&S checklist, logbooks, and reports.
• Assist with monitoring and recording of resource management data.
• Handling and resolving conflict and they arise and provide support and motivation to contractors.
• Assist with fire management.
• Fence integrity monitoring, basic maintenance and clearing around the camp.
• Ecological monitoring, Restoration, invasive Alien Species clearing.
• Waste management reporting and support to programmes.
• Participating in community and environmental awareness programmes.
• Assist with relevant Conservation activities when required.
•  Required to work Ad-hoc duties when needed.

Please Note

SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Documents Required

Only interested persons who meet the above stated requirement should apply using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/ntBe0Jyb8Q

Supporting Documents such as Detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents must be emailed to ANP.vacancies@sanparks.org using ANP Environmental Monitor in subject line. Application that does not meet the requirements will not be considered.

The successful candidate will have to provide their own accommodation and travelling to work as there is no official accommodation in the park.

For Enquiries: Contact Nosihle Somishi at 021 741 2521

Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 09 October 2025