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Conservation Assistant (Level 2), Grootwinterhoek Nature Reserve

CapeNatureZA

12 days ago

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Job title : Conservation Assistant (Level 2), Grootwinterhoek Nature Reserve

Job Location : Western Cape,

Deadline : October 17, 2025

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CapeNature seeks to appoint a dynamic and committed individual to undertake and assist with daily nature conservation operations and eco-tourism operations, including administrative duties and maintenance and repair of infrastructure, equipment and eco-tourism products at the Groot Winterhoek Nature Reserve.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

KRA 1 – NATURE CONSERVATION AND INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT

Assist with field tasks related to nature conservation, monitoring and surveillance

Assist with integrated annual operations and work plan tasks

Assist with the implementation of ecological programmes and monitoring and surveillance, data collection and record keeping

Assist with alien invasive plant density verifications and inspections and firebreak assessments and inspections

Execute firefighting duties as per standards and protocols

Assist with risks, threats and hazards identification and report to management

Assist with fauna and flora management on the reserve; indigenous, invasive and exotic

Assist with the ecological restoration of degraded areas

Perform stand-by duties as per duty rosters and respond timeously to call outs and incident response

KRA 2 – ECO-TOURISM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS

Provide visitors with information regarding the nature reserve, fauna, flora and conditions for access to the nature reserve

Assist with gate guard duties when gate guards are on training or engaged with other duties as assigned by management

Monitor and manage visitor behaviour and report incidents

Ensure CapeNature’s customer care principles are maintained and implemented

Assist with guest check-in and check-out procedures

Assist with search and rescue operations in keeping with protocols and procedures

Assist stakeholder engagement officers and field rangers with the implementation of environmental education and awareness programmes

Perform Environment Control Officer (ECO) duties for film / photo shoots and events

KRA 3 – MAINTENANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND EQUIPMENT

Ensure the terrain is clean, neat and tidy at all times

Undertake and / or assist with structure protection of office and eco-tourism nodes

Manage stores and associated assets

Identify maintenance needs and assist with the development of maintenance and repairs schedules :

Office buildings and stores, accommodation units, camping and picnic areas, ablutions and pools

Roads, trails, walkways and boardwalks

Fences, gates, booms and access management structures, and other infrastructure, e.g. water reticulation systems

Tools and equipment

Vehicles

Gardens and terrain

Signage (for operational and visitor information purposes)

Implement the maintenance schedule as prescribed

KRA 4 – OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS), ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES

Participate in OHS assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)

Ensure compliance with OHS procedures and standards

Assist with identification and mitigation of risks and threats in the work environment.

Assist with obtaining quotes for purchases related to duties.

Assist with administrative duties as and when required and adhere to CapeNature protocols and procedures

Assist with the preparation of fire logs and reports as and when required

From time to time, assist with supervision of contract staff and students

As and when required, assist with training of contract staff and students

Participate in meetings as required by management

Undertake transport duties

KRA 5 – LAW ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING

Assist with patrols as per compliance plans and duty roster

Report instances of unauthorised activities and / or non-compliance with access permit conditions

Undertake permit checks and inspections at entrance points and within the Nature Reserve

Participate in law enforcement operations and the manning of observation points

Assist in the response to incidents of non-compliance / unauthorised activities

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Qualifications and Experience

Grade 12

At least two years of related experience

A valid driver’s license at least two years old from the date of issue

Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet and online platforms)

No criminal record

COMPETENCIES :

Knowledge of nature-based tourism and nature conservation

Willingness to work irregular hours and after hours such as on weekends and public holidays and perform standby duties as per duty roster

Physical fitness and ability to spend long hours outdoors often under strenuous conditions, undertake foot and vehicular / vessel patrols, search and rescue and firefighting and alien invasive species clearing operations

Ability to repair and maintain equipment and infrastructure

Good interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Conflict management skills

Professional communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to live and work in a remote environment with limited connectivity at times

Recommendation / Added Advantage :

Experience in tool and equipment operation and repair and maintenance with accredited certificates.

Power tool repair and maintenance experience

General infrastructure repair and maintenance

Stores management experience

Basic veld firefighting Training

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