Overview

South African National Parks (SANParks) is recruiting across multiple parks and business units in 2025. Opportunities span tourism & hospitality, conservation & ranger services, administration & finance, maintenance & trades, ICT, education, and graduate programmes. Roles may be permanent, fixed-term, or seasonal, with placements in park stations, visitor centres, rest camps, workshops, and head-office units.
Typical entry requirements range from Grade 10/12 for entry-level posts to relevant diplomas/qualifications for specialist roles. Strong customer service, basic computer literacy (for office roles), physical fitness (for field roles), a valid driver’s licence where required, and a clear criminal record are commonly expected.

Available Positions:

APU Gate Security Guard (1 Position) – Addo Elephant National Park (SANParks) – Apply by 24 September 2025

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Receptionist – Mountain Zebra National Park (SANParks) – Apply by 26 September 2025

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Field Assistant – Fixed-Term Contract – Namaqua National Park (SANParks) – Apply by 17 September 2025

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Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors (2 Positions, Socio-Economic) – Golden Gate Highlands National Park (SANParks) – Apply by 19 September 2025

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Skilled Environmental Monitors (2 Positions, Technical Services) – Golden Gate Highlands National Park (SANParks) – Apply by 19 September 2025

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Skilled Environmental Monitors (5 Positions, Conservation) – Golden Gate Highlands National Park (SANParks) – Apply by 19 September 2025

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• Tradesman Aid X3 – Directorate: Animal Health – Phalaborwa (Limpopo) – Apply by 12 May 2026
• Farm Aid X3 – Directorate: Genetic Resources – Pretoria (Roodeplaat) – Apply by 12 May 2026