EPWP SKILLED ENVIRONMENTAL MONITOR VACANCIES (X22 POSTS)

Employer: South African National Parks (SANParks)
Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
Position: Skilled Environmental Monitor (Armed Environmental Monitor)
Number of Posts: 22
Location: Kruger National Park (Marula Region), Mpumalanga
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Until 31 March 2027)
Salary: R311 Per Day
Closing Date: 19 June 2026

Job Overview

SANParks is recruiting two Skilled Environmental Monitors to support environmental conservation and ecological monitoring activities within the Kruger National Park. Successful candidates will assist with biodiversity monitoring, invasive species management, field ranger duties, and the protection of Working for Water teams.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• At least 1 year experience in ecological monitoring work
• At least 1 year experience performing Field Ranger duties
• Basic Field Ranger Course completed
• Valid Code 8 Driver’s Licence
• Clean criminal record
• Valid Police Clearance Certificate or proof of application
• Understanding of basic Health and Safety principles (Health & Safety Level 1)
• Ability to conduct long patrols in Big Five environments
• Ability to work weekends, public holidays, and overtime when required
• Must be medically fit and willing to undergo a medical assessment

Firearm Requirements

• Firearm Competency: Self-Loading Rifle (Unit Standards 119650 and 123511)
• Knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Unit Standard 117705)

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and map alien invasive plant species
• Use environmental monitoring systems including:
  • Quick Capture / Survey123
  • Carry Map
  • CyberTracker
• Monitor biological control sites and agents
• Assist with verification of Working for Water operational areas
• Support conservation activities within the park
• Accurately record incidents and sightings in field notebooks
• Guard Working for Water teams when required
• Assist with EPWP projects across the park
• Perform additional duties including maintenance and grass cutting

Skills and Competencies

• Environmental monitoring and conservation knowledge
• Observation and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently in remote environments
• Physical fitness and endurance
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work safely in wildlife areas

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Cover Letter quoting reference number EPWP/KNP/MAR/MON-2
• Detailed CV
• Certified copy of ID
• Certified copy of highest qualification (certified within the last 6 months)

Application Details

Applications can be hand delivered to the nearest Kruger National Park gate or BSP Office:

• Crocodile Bridge Gate
• Malelane Gate
• Numbi Gate
• Phabeni Gate
• Paul Kruger Gate
• Orpen Gate
• BSP Offices

Attention: Ripfumelo Maswanganyi
Enquiries: 013 735 0154

Employment Equity

SANParks is committed to Employment Equity. Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA candidates. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.

How to Apply

ONLINE APPLICATION

Closing Date: 19 June 2026

If you do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.