Operations Manager: Veterinary Wildlife Services

Hashtag Nonprofit NPC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A national conservation organization is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee wildlife operations at the Skukuza Veterinary Wildlife Services in Kruger National Park. The ideal candidate will have a background in conservation management, with 4-6 years of wildlife capture experience. Responsibilities include coordinating wildlife operations, managing finances, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development and mentorship in a dynamic conservation environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in wildlife capture.
• Must hold a driver's license for normal and heavy vehicles.
• Prior experience as a Capture Supervisor is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of planned wildlife operations.
• Ensure sound governance and financial management.
• Mentor Supervisors and identify human capital development needs.
• Liaise with clients to meet agreed requirements.
• Coordinate resources for successful wildlife capture.

Skills

Wildlife capture experience

Animal behaviour skills

Excellent communication skills

Firearm Competency

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Tech in Nature Conservation / BSc Conservation Management

Job description

Overview

South African National Parks (SANParks)

Operations Manager: Veterinary Wildlife Services at South African National Parks

Deadline: 25 September 2025

Region: Mpumalanga

Salary: Paterson Grade D2

Type of employment: Full time

Job Description

A vacancy exists for an Operational Manager to be based at the Skukuza Veterinary Wildlife Services in the Kruger National Park, reporting to the General Manager: Wildlife Management and Strategic Support. The position is graded a D2 level.

Responsibilities

• To coordinate the implementation of planned wildlife operations and species according to SANParks’ strategy.
• To ensure sound governance and financial management of operations.
• To mentor Supervisors and identify required human capital development interventions.
• To provide specified services to and on behalf of the organisation, with reference to the wildlife management plan, wildlife sales, wildlife economy project, and other project management.
• To coordinate and liaise with internal and external clients to ensure that the agreed requirements are met.
• To coordinate the resources and equipment required for the successful capture and holding of wildlife.
• To ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislations pertaining to wildlife operations and facilities.
• To identify risks associated with wildlife operations and recommend improvements.
• To coordinate and execute on-site capture and holding activities.
• To provide the relevant capture operations data to management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Tech in Nature Conservation / BSc Conservation Management.
• 4 – 6 years wildlife capture experience.
• Driver’s licence (normal & heavy vehicles).
• Experience as a Capture Supervisor.
• Animal behaviour skills, capture, holding and relocation experience.
• Experienced Operations Coordinator with excellent communication skills.
• Execution of scheduled operations.
• Firearm Competency.
• Staff Supervision.
• Knowledge of Safety regulations and animal handling skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislations, SANParks policies and procedures, vet pharmaceuticals and associated hazardous materials.
• Good administration & finance management skills.

SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.

How to apply

Candidates who meet the above requirements should apply using the link below:

Apply here

Candidate should also forward their cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) by e-mail to [e-mail] with the subject heading: VACANCY: OPERATIONS MANAGER

CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT DO BOTH PROCESSES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Closing Date: 25 September 2025. If you have not been responded to within 14 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

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Date posted: 11 September 2025

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