Senior Conservation Officer at Nelson Mandela Bay Metro

Qualifications and experience required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Natural Science or Environmental Management).
• Registered Peace Officer (advantageous).
• An appropriate valid driver’s licence.

Key attributes and competencies:

• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English are a prerequisite.
• Supervisory skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of laws and bylaws.

Physical requirement of the position:

• Constantly walking over rough terrain.
• Work in varying temperatures.
• Occasionally handle objects weighing five (5) – fifty (50) kg.
• The physical attributes associated with this post necessitate that the incumbent is physically fit and able-bodied to perform the relevant functions, and as such, shortlisted candidates will be required to submit themselves to the Municipal Medical Doctor to be medically examined as part of the selection process.

Job purpose:

• Undertaking, coordinating and directing tasks and activities in designated area associated with the promotion of environmental conservation and ethical usage of natural areas in a sustainable manner through performing duties related to the administration of marine, coastal, reserves and natural areas development of the Municipal Open Space System, promoting and monitoring the biodiversity of the Metro, enforcement of laws and bylaws, development of reserves and natural areas, creating public awareness and performance of related administrative and personnel functions supporting accomplishment of service delivery objectives encapsulated in the Municipality’s Integrated Development Plan.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.
• Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.