Senior Field Ranger

Closing date: 17 Aug 2026
Department: Northern Cape - Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform

Reference number: DAERL/04/13/26

Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)

Centre: Goegap Nature Reserve

Requirements

A grade 12 Certificate with proven 3 years’ experience in a Field Ranger environment and a Code EB
driver’s license are the minimum requirements for appointment.
Computer literacy will be an added advantage.
After appointment the EMI course must be completed with designation as a Grade 5 EMI official.

Duties

Assist with the protection of the Reserve and its natural environment resources (Plan and conduct nature conservation patrols; Inspect ad repair boundary
fence; Warn visitors on unauthorized actions within the reserves and report non-compliance; and assist with fire management services, maintain the fire
belts along fences and facilities, conduct block burns); Assist with monitoring of ecological processes, habitats and biodiversity in the reserves; (Gather
biological and ecological data, Report on areas for rehabilitation; and monitor rehabilitation areas) Assist with the monitoring and control of recreational
facilities (Control and monitoring of recreational activities; and maintenance of recreational facilities); Communicate with visitors to promote the value and use
of the reserve (Plan and execute educational programmes, arrange the necessary equipment for and conduct presentation); Perform all administrative
and related function which would include the following (Perform all administrative duties emanating from field ranger responsibilities, issuance of
permits, writing of reports)

Enquiries

Mr. T. Mathebula at 082 308 4371

Applications

Post Name and quote the relevant reference number. The applications can be
posted to: Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural
Development and Land Reform, Private Bag X5018, Kimberley, 8301 or Email
to: blommiejacobs@ncpg.gov.za or Hand delivered applications may be
submitted at reception, Temothuo House, Old Kimberlite Hotel, 162 George
Street, Kimberley.

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