SANParks EPWP Armed Field Guards
SANParks
Job Title: Armed Field Guards
Salary: R311.00 per day
Location: South Africa
Job Type: 6-month contract
SANParks vacancies currently exist for the Armed Field Guards within Mokala National Park. The above stated position is a fixed term contract up to the end of 31 March 2026 renewable by mutual agreement and further funding.
The total remuneration package is a basic salary as per Expanded Public Works Program rates of R311.00 per day. The successful candidate will report to the relevant Project Manager (BSP).
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Firearm documentation required:
- Firearm competency – Self Loading Rifle (Unit standards 117705, 119650 and 123511) Self-loading Rifle.
- No criminal record (valid SAPS Clearance certificate to be submitted as part of application)
- Proof of residence.
- Must have done a Basic Field Ranger course.
- Understanding the Basic principles of Health & Safety (Health & Safety level 1).
- Ability to do long and extended patrols under difficult conditions.
- Physically fit & passionate about conservation, biodiversity, and people.
- Medical Certificate of Fitness.
- Candidates must have basic understanding, preferable with experience, of Field Ranger duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Undertaking routine patrols by means of foot or vehicle.
- Protecting/Guarding of teams consisting of 12 Participants.
- Assisting with area integrity management.
- Execute anti-poaching operations.
- Enforcing law, order, and discipline through NEMA.
- Ensure accurate records of incidents or sightings are kept.
- Assisting with various Conservation related activities (such as Alien Plant Control, monitoring, etc.)
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
A detailed CV, police clearance certificate, a certified copy of ID, and qualifications obtained to: SA National Parks, ATT: Pulane Daemane, 97 Memorial Road, South Ridge, Kimberley, 8306
Email: pulane.daemane@sanparks.org
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE ARMED FIELD GUARDS EPWP: BIODIVERSITY
CLOSING DATE: 08 October 2025