Job Opportunity:

Location: Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Free State, South Africa
Closing Date: 19 September 2025
Position Type: EPWP Fixed-Term Contract (to 31 March 2026)
Remuneration: R208.00 per day (EPWP rate)

Overview

Golden Gate Highlands National Park invites applications for two (2) Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). Successful candidates will support ecological monitoring, environmental education, and facility-support functions linked to the Wilgenhof Environmental Education Centre, while upholding SANParks’ safety and service standards. Candidates must provide their own transport and accommodation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological monitoring and assist with environmental education activities and awareness events.
• Help coordinate daily operations and task execution to ensure effective departmental functioning.
• Plan and present environmental programmes for various audiences.
• Prepare, organise, and maintain the Wilgenhof EE Centre facilities (dining area, kitchen, passages, ablutions, and surrounding open areas).
• Perform cleaning and hygiene duties to prescribed standards; ensure kitchen, pantry, equipment, and storerooms are clean at all times.
• Assist with stock control of cleaning materials and consumables.
• Ensure compliance with SANParks Health & Safety requirements and general programme standards.
• Support natural resource management tasks as directed.
• Complete timesheets, logbooks, reports, and other basic administrative records accurately and on time.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required.

Requirements & Skills

Minimum

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.
• Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Good physical health; able to perform field and facility duties.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends and after-hours.
• Proficient in English (written and verbal); additional official languages are advantageous.
• No criminal record – valid SAPS Clearance Certificate required.
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety principles.
• Own transport and accommodation (no staff housing provided).
• Willingness to undergo a fitness assessment during recruitment.
• Preference for local candidates; submit proof of residence.

Advantages

• Certificate/Diploma in Natural Environment or related field.
• Valid Code B (08) driver’s licence.
• Prior experience in environmental education, ecological monitoring, or similar community/outreach work.

Employment Equity

SANParks is committed to Employment Equity. Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA candidates. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.

APPLICATION PROCESS

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