South African National Parks is one of the world's leading conservation and scientific research bodies and a leading proponent of maintaining the indigenous natural environment.
South African National Parks, (SANParks), manages a system of parks which represents the indigenous fauna, flora, landscapes and associated cultural heritage of the country. Of al...
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Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in the wildlife capture industry / care of wildlife in holding facilities.
Possession of a Grade 12 certificate.
Possession of a National Diploma: Nature Conservation / Wildlife Management or equivalent would be an added advantage.
Possess job-related knowledge of wildlife industry standard operating procedures and animal welfare requirements.
Be willing to work flexible hours e.g. weekends & after hours when required.
Must have a basic understanding of the principles of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Must be in good physical health.
Experience with maintenance tasks (brickwork, plastering, welding, carpentry or plumbing) would be an advantage.
Experience as a brush-cutter and chainsaw operator, and experience with driving tractors would be an advantage.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Code B or C1 drivers’ licence would be an added advantage.
Responsibilities
Provide fodder and water to wildlife in the holding facility, timeously according to agreed nutritional requirements.
Maintain facility hygiene and remove and dispose of animal waste and spoiled fodder from the holding facility.
Monitor and report on any perceived concerns pertaining to the welfare of wildlife held in the boma facility or the fodder stock.
Assist in handling of wildlife during the implementation of wildlife sales/translocation projects or research projects implemented by the department.
Assist with offloading and storage of fodder stock deliveries (sourced internally and externally).
Assist in general Boma operations.
Maintain the cleanliness of buildings, stores and other structures.
Perform maintenance tasks at the facilities managed by the department, including clearing of excess vegetation, fence maintenance, application of approved herbicides, repairs to boma structures etc.
Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors.
Maintain a general checklist of animals in captivity as part of the monitoring requirement by the job function.
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