Active Jobs at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Conservation, Tourism Management, or any other related qualification.
• A Postgraduate Degree in related discipline or MBA will be an added advantage.
• Six years related middle management experience.
• Working knowledge of relevant conservation legislation
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Sound knowledge of statutory governing National Parks incl. NEMA: PAA, MPA, PFMA, etc.
• Good written and verbal communication, negotiation, project management, conflict resolution and community liaison skills
• Willingness to work long and irregular hours as well as extensive travelling
• Sound organisational, administrative and negotiation skills
• A valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Ensuring long-term ecological and economic sustainability of the Section
• Managing implementation and administration of policies and budget according to operational plans and relevant legislation
• Ensuring that the necessary conservation planning, and development takes place to enhance the parks natural, cultural and scenic resources.
• Ensuring that management of the Section is guided by relevant research and monitoring
• Ensuring compliance with legal and policy provisions pertaining to the Section
• Ensuring that operational impacts on the environment are avoided or minimised
• Implementing effective Human Resources Management
• Implementing the Socio-Economic Transformation strategy, including the development of mutually beneficial relationships with park users, neighbouring communities, NGO’s, local government and other associated organisations and individuals

Closing Date

• 04 July 2025

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Requirements

• Candidates must be in possession of a valid South African Civil Aviation Authority Aviation (SACAA) Fixed Wing Commercial License Aeroplane (CPL (A))
• Minimum total fixed wing flight hours 600 hours,
• Minimum “Pilot In Command (PIC)” fixed wing flight hours 500 hours on similar aircraft such as Cessna 182 or Cessna 206
• Minimum of 100 hours on type C182 and C206
• Minimum of 100 hours flying from rural bush (gravel/grass) strips that require STOL operations and considerations
• Valid Dangerous Goods course certificate
• Valid Crew Resource Management course certificate
• Valid SACAA Class 1 Pilot Medical Certificate
• Valid Night Rating
• Valid and current Instrument Rating
• Valid Pilot Proficiency Check (PPC to be on type C182/C206)
• Valid code 08 South African driver’s license
• Candidate must be able to comply with SANParks aviation insurance requirements as a named pilot
• Computer literacy proficiency essential (Microsoft Office)
• Candidates will be subjected to a full background, qualifications & criminal records check and will also be required to undergo an integrity (deception) testing process

Responsibilities

• To manage and coordinate all fixed wing aircraft and fixed wing pilots for all SANParks
• To perform fixed wing pilot duties for SANParks
• Operational pre-planning and implementation to ensure availability of SANParks fixed wing aircraft with minimal downtime and effect to flight operations
• Manage and oversight of fixed wing aircraft maintenance
• Management of fixed wing aircraft after their return from a flight to ensure correct turnaround and operational standby
• Management of fixed wing / ultralight pilots within SANParks Airwing flight operations

Salary

• R316, 318.83 – R487, 419.13

Closing Date

• 07 July 2025