Field Ranger X2 (Level 4) Cederberg Complex at CapeNature

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Protected Area Management

• Assist Conservation Officer with the implementation of actions related to the Protected Area Management Plan, Eco-Matrix, Annual Performance Plan and Integrated Annual Plan of Operations.
• Assist with Monitoring and Protection of Fauna and Flora
• Assist with Monitoring and Protection of Cultural Historic Sites
• Assist with Monitoring and Maintenance of Trails, Tracks and Footpaths
• Assist with Monitoring and Management of Services (water, sewerage, refuse)

Integrated Catchment Management (Fire and Aliens)

• Implement Alien Clearing tasks on the reserve
• Implement density verification process and mapping of alien vegetation
• Implement firefighting duties, including standby as per protocols
• Cutting and inspections of firebreaks
• Implement fuel load management (stack burns and chipping)
• Completion and submission of monthly reports

Corporate Governance and Compliance (Finance, Admin, HR, Compliance and OHS)

• Assist Conservation Officer with EPWP, student and contractor supervision
• Assist with monitoring and reporting staff performance
• Implement safe work protocols, attend to OHS issues
• Identify and report risks
• Complete administration linked with OHS position
• Implement Compliance and Enforcement tasks, including Observation Posts, Patrols, Inspections, road blocks, response to call outs
• Issuing of permits and ensuring permit checks are completed
• Compile and submit require weekly and monthly reports
• Ensure tracking tools are up to date

Tourism, Access and Stakeholder Engagement

• Assist Tourism Liaison Officer with monitoring and maintenance of Tourism Facilities and structures
• Provide high level of customer service when dealing with clients / visitors
• Assist with regular patrols and permit checks to ensure access is optimally managed and illegal tourism activities are prevented
• Assist with monitoring and reporting on non-tourism access (Research, Residents, Volunteers, Contractors etc.).
• Implement Environmental Awareness and Capacity Building Plan activities
• Assist with Community upliftment projects

Maintenance (Vehicles, Infrastructure, Equipment)

• Ensure effective maintenance and use of tools and equipment
• Ensure effective maintenance of tourism and operational infrastructure (trails, tracks, roads, water systems, sewerage systems)
• Ensure effective maintenance of CapeNature buildings
• Ensure effective vehicle monitoring, cleaning and proper use
• Ensure effective and safe use of tools, equipment, machinery and vehicles to ensure safe practice in the workplace
• Report maintenance needs timeously

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma in Conservation, Game Ranch Management or Environmental Management
• A valid driver’s license
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Packages -Word and Excel)
• At least 1year conservation work experience (Alien Clearing, Footpath clearing, Fire fighting, Environmental Awareness, Monitoring)
• Knowledge and experience in working with tourists or visitors
• Knowledge and experience in maintenance of infrastructure
• Knowledge and experience in compliance
• No Criminal Record