📍 Location:
Meerkat National Park, Carnarvon, Northern Cape
🗓 Closing Date:
2 September 2025
✅ Minimum Requirements:
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Grade 12 / Matric (Std 10)
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Code 10 Driver’s License (essential)
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Previous practical experience in natural resource management
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General maintenance and storeroom management skills
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Basic administration skills
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Must be punctual, disciplined, motivated, and responsible
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May be required to submit a criminal clearance
➕ Added Advantages:
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Field Ranger Basic or Advanced qualification
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Firearm competency certificate
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National Diploma in Nature Conservation or related qualification
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Basic knowledge of conservation legislation
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Familiarity with the local area
🛠 Key Responsibilities:
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Perform patrols and support anti-poaching operations
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Gather data using electronic devices
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Assist in research projects and with visitor safety
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Support biodiversity, asset control, and admin duties
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Participate in fire management, alien clearing, and rehabilitation
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Monitor BSP teams, conduct site inspections
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Assist with game capture, culling, and game counts
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Promote OHS (Occupational Health & Safety) standards
📄 Documents Required:
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Cover Letter
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Updated CV
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Certified copies of:
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ID
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Relevant qualifications
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📬 How to Apply:
Send all required documents to:
Attn: Claudia Malgas
Meerkat National Park
9 Joppie Vermeulen Street
Carnarvon, 8925
📧 Email: claudia.malgas@sanparks.org
💰 Salary & Benefits:
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Based on Paterson B3 grading scale
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Includes allowances and benefits as per SANParks policy
⚠️ Note:
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Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA candidates in line with SANParks’ equity goals.
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If you haven’t heard back within 14 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.