Conservation Field Technician

Gauteng Provincial Government; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Provincial Government's Department of Environment is seeking staff across Gauteng nature reserves to support resource management and maintain infrastructure and equipment. You will perform firefighting duties and assist with conservation tasks.

Applicants should have NQF level 1–2 (Abet 2/3) and 1–2 years' experience, with skills in firefighting, mechanical work, welding, thatching, electrification and communication. A driving licence will be an added advantage.

Qualifications

• NQF level 1 or 2 (Abet level 2/3 certificate or equivalent).
• 1-2 years’ experience.
• Firefighting, Mechanical, Welding, Thatching, Electrification, and Communication skills.
• Driver's license will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the resource management staff in daily operations.
• Drive official vehicles and maintain infrastructure, vehicles and equipment.
• Burn firebreaks and assist with natural resources management.
• Erect fences, manage soil erosion, conduct game census and patrols.
• Weekend duties as per schedule and basic terrain understanding.

Skills

Firefighting

Mechanical

Welding

Thatching

Electrification

Communication skills

Education

NQF level 1 or 2 (Abet level 2/3 certificate or equivalent)

Job description

Gauteng Provincial Government's Department of Environment is seeking staff across Gauteng nature reserves to support resource management and maintain infrastructure and equipment. You will perform firefighting duties and assist with conservation tasks.

Applicants should have NQF level 1–2 (Abet 2/3) and 1–2 years' experience, with skills in firefighting, mechanical work, welding, thatching, electrification and communication. A driving licence will be an added advantage.