South African National Parks 2x General Workers

Salary: R9 900 Per Month
Location: Free State, South Africa

Two (2) x vacancies currently exist in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park: Gladstone Section, for a General Worker in the Conservation Department based at the Stables. The successful candidates will report to the Field Ranger Corporal.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 certificate (Std 10) required or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.

1-2 years of experience working in a conservation-related field or Horse Riding.

Proficiency in English (spoken, read, and written) as well as any additional language.

Must be physically fit (fitness test to be conducted).

Knowledge of small plant use – chainsaw and Brushcutter.

Basic Firefighting knowledge.

Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act).

Basic First Aid will be an added advantage.

Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities:

To assist in identifying and reporting horse-related ailments to the Stable Supervisors/Horse Handler.

Assist with horse vaccinations, feeding, medical care and grooming when needed.

General maintenance at the Stable and upkeep of terrain, gardens, cleanliness of the paddocks, clean/cut grass around the Stables and Offices

To ensure riding equipment – saddles and bridles are cleaned and maintained.

Assist other Stables staff with Visitor outrides as needed.

Assisting with erecting and maintaining fences.

Assist with wildfire suppression, conducting prescribed burns and preparing fire breaks.

Assisting with soil erosion and invasive plant control.

Infrastructure maintenance, including buildings, hiking trails, and signage.

To ensure a high level of OHS practices is applied.

Please Note:

Official accommodation will be provided within the park.

All applications that do not comply with the relevant requirements will be regarded as incomplete and will not be considered.

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