SANParks: Field Ranger

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Job Position: Field Ranger

Location: Meerkat National Park

Closing Date: 02 September 2025

Job Summary

A vacancy currently exists for a Field Ranger at Meerkat National Park. Being key position, the successful candidate would have to be a highly motivated individual with the necessary skills and experience to take immediate responsibility for ongoing environmental management of the park. The successful candidates will report to the Ranger Corporal.

Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Std 10).
  • Code 10 license is essential.
  • Previous practical experience with regards to natural resource management as mentioned in the second key performance area.
  • Punctual, self-disciplined, motivated and responsible.
  • Basic skills in general maintenance and storeroom management are essential.
  • Administration skills is also essential part of this position.
  • Submission of a criminal record clearance may be required upon request.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • To gather information for the implementation of management plans through using electronic devices.
  • Participate in research projects within the park and assist researchers in the park.
  • To maintain law and order amongst staff members, guests, and all other stakeholders within the protected areas.
  • To conduct effective patrols and execute anti-poaching operations, through deployment, observation posts and camping.
  • To assist Ranger Corporals, Section Ranger, and Park Manager with biodiversity aspects (mention the
    aspects, ambiguous), asset control and administration tasks.
  • To assist with visitor management and safety as and when required.
  • Assist with fire management – including wildfires.
  • To Assist with ad-hoc duties as and when needed.
  • To ensure a high level of OHS practises are applied.
  • Assist with alien clearing and rehabilitation within the park.
  • Monitor of BSP Teams and conduct site inspections in terms of site specifications.
  • Assist with Game capture, Game count and culling.

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

Documents Required
A Cover letter, CV, Certified copies of ID and relevant qualifications to be submitted to the following address:

Human Resources Department

Meerkat National Park

9 Joppie Vermeulen Street

Carnarvon

8925

Att: Claudia Malgas

E-mail: claudia.malgas@sanparks.org