CapeNature seeks a qualified and experienced individual for the maintenance of the facilities and other infrastructure at Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve near Heidelberg.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintenance of reserve tourism infrastructure and equipment.

• Conduct routine and emergency repairs and maintenance as per standards.
• Assist with basic servicing and maintenance of all buildings, stores and equipment including cleaning.
• Assist with record keeping and control of stock and assets.
• Prepare maintenance schedules and maintain registers/checklists
• Monitor and respond to visitor feedback register.
• Conduct weekly inspections of the service schedule.
• Quality inspections of contract work.
• Management of stores, tools and supplies.
• Assist with terrain, footpath, hiking trails and road maintenance.

Assist with conservation management field tasks.         

• Erecting and maintenance of fences
• Construction and maintenance of fire breaks
• Combat erosion and perform rehabilitation work
• Control of alien vegetation
• Perform fire suppression activities
• Assist in baboon management and monitoring.
• Conduct waste management and recycling duties.

Assist and perform Legal Compliance, Quality Assurance

• Assist with management and supervision of supporting EPWP contract staff.
• Vehicle fleet management and administration.
• Adhere OHS compliance, completion of relevant checklists and monthly meeting attendance.
• Source quotations in compliance of SCM policy.
• Draw up specification for goods as necessary.

Assist with other tourism duties.

• Provide and promote efficient and friendly customer service.
• As and when required, assist the Tourism Liaison Officer in the performance of his/her duties.
• Conduct visitor briefings and debriefings when required.
• Conduct standby duties afterhours and over weekends

Basic administrative duties.           

• Filling in and curation of maintenance registers, log sheets, stock and asset control documents
• Assist with office administrative duties.
• Vehicle fleet management and administration.
• Assist with the control and management of infrastructure, assets and inventory.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• At least two years job-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to perform maintenance assistant duties.
• Interest in working in the natural environment.
• No criminal record.
• Willingness to work weekend shifts and irregular hours.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Internet use).
• Knowledge and experience of repair and maintenance of infrastructure.

Competencies

• Willingness to work weekend shifts and irregular hours.
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with stress.
• Physical ability to perform conservation assistant duties. (including Firefighting)
• Knowledge and experience in working in administration, tourism, and maintenance of infrastructure & equipment.
• Ability to function independently and within a team.
• Time management skills
• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Driver’s license with at least two years driving experience, particularly 4X4 driving experience.
• Artisan training to perform related repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Experience in tool maintenance, with accredited certificates.
• Power-tool maintenance experience.
• Storage management experience.

AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY:

• 24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle;
• Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for CapeNature employees;
• Staff discounts of up to 50% on CapeNature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape;
• Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal CapeNature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines;
• Free access to CapeNature’s Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and
• The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future.

Note. This position is based at Grootvadersbosch NR, and successful candidate will be required to live on site in provided subsidized staff accommodation.

Kindly Note: Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

Apply online at https://capenature.simplify.hr/

Closing date: