Field Guard Monitor (X7) – Six Months Fixed-Term Contract at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate

Firearm documentation required:

• Firearm competency – Manual Loading/bolt action (Unit standards 117705, 119651, and 123519)
• Valid Regulation 79 or 21 – bolt action or manual, no criminal record (valid SAPS Clearance certificate to be submitted as part of the application)
• Must have done a Basic Field Ranger course.
• Medical Certificate of Fitness.
• Understanding the Basic principles of Health & Safety (Health & Safety level 1)
• Ability to do extended patrols under difficult conditions.
• Physically fit & passionate about conservation and people.
• Candidates must have a basic understanding, preferably with experience of Field Ranger duties.

Responsibilities

• Guarding/protecting contractors as well as maintenance teams.
• Enforcing law, order, and discipline through NEMA.
• Ensure accurate records of incidents or sightings are kept.
• Undertaking routine patrols by means of foot or vehicle.
• Assisting with Conservation-related activities.