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Job Position: Field Ranger
Location: Lephalale
Closing Date: 19 February 2026
Reference Number: EXX260210-2
Job Advert Summary
Join Exxaro Resources as a Field Ranger in Lephalale, Limpopo, and contribute to the integrity of our protected areas within the Ferroland-Manketti Business Unit. This permanent position provides a unique opportunity to work on the front lines of conservation, ensuring Exxaro’s land security and wildlife preservation. As a Field Ranger, you will patrol, enforce access controls, and work with law enforcement to keep the environment safe and secure. Your responsibility will be to support conservation management efforts by monitoring, analyzing data, and encouraging visitor communication to raise conservation awareness. Ideal candidates have a thorough understanding of environmental legislation, previous ranger experience, and great communication skills.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Conduct regular patrols to prevent unauthorized access and detect potential security threats.
- Monitor and enforce access control measures and guidelines within conservation areas.
- Collaborate with law enforcement and community stakeholders to support conservation efforts and emergency services.
- Implement and enforce environmental and land conservation bylaws and legislation.
- Support conservation management activities by gathering information and maintaining ecological data.
- Ensure adherence to Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) standards for a safe and healthy work environment.
- Maintain comprehensive records of wildlife surveys, erosion monitoring, and visitor activities for management analysis.
- Foster an understanding of the natural environment by interacting with visitors and promoting conservation awareness.
- Respond promptly to safety incidents and operational needs with agility and efficiency.
- Stay informed about innovative conservation practices and contribute to developing strategic solutions.
Requirements
- Grade 10/Standard 8 or AET Level 4 (Essential/Minimum)
- Skills Programme in Field Ranger Law Enforcement (Essential/Minimum)
- Minimum 1 year of relevant job-specific Ranger experience (Essential)
- Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum)
- Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum)
- Valid Public Driver’s License, Code EB (Essential/Minimum)
- Strong understanding of conservation practices and environmental legislation enforcement
- Ability to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and emergency services
- Proficient in monitoring and access control to conservation areas
- Effective communication skills for interaction with visitors and stakeholders
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