CapeNature Conservation seek to appoint a dynamic person to assist with administration, tourism management and infrastructure maintenance at Limietberg Nature Reserve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

KPA 1 – CONSERVATION & INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT

• Assist the rangers with field tasks related to conservation & monitoring
• Assist rangers with IAPO/ IWP tasks
• Assist rangers with alien clearing inspections and firebreak inspections
• Assist with cutting of firebreaks around base and offices for structure protection
• Execute firefighting duties as per standards and protocols
• Assist to identify risks, threats and hazards and report to management
• Assist rangers with fauna and flora management on the Reserve, both indigenous and exotic.
• Assist with Ecological Restoration of degraded areas
• Assist with water conservation at reserve level
• Perform standby duties as per rosters & respond timeously and effectively to call outs
• Complete fire logs and reports as required
• Assist with data collection and record keeping and implementation of the Eco Matrix

KPA 2 – VISITOR MANAGEMENT, TOURISM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION & AWARENESS

• Provide visitors with relevant information regarding the section, fauna, flora and rules of the area
• Assist at the gate with gate guard duties, when gate guards are on training or otherwise engaged with other duties.
• Monitor and manage visitor behaviour in the section, report incidents immediately
• Ensure good customer care principles are implemented
• Check & maintain visitor facilities in terms of safety to visitors and report any unsafe items/situations
• Assist visitors that are injured, lost or in distress – in line with protocols
• Identify and maintain visitor information boards, signage etc.
• Assist SEO staff with Environmental Education and Awareness programmes
• Assist with the set up & implementation of educational programmes suited to target groups as per IWP
• Perform ECO duties for film/ photoshoots and events
• Assist with the management of tourism infrastructure
• Assist with management and supervision of EPWP Staff.

KPA 3 – MAINTENANCE

• Identify maintenance needs, plan and implement maintenance (repairs / cleaning /upgrade) to professional and best practise standards for all :

- Buildings, stores, ablutions, accommodation, picnic areas
- Roads, tracks, footpaths, walkways and boardwalks
- Fences, gates, booms and access control structures
- Tools & equipment
- Dams, weirs, water infrastructure
- Vehicles
- Gardens and terrain within the reserve

• Implement maintenance schedule as prescribed
• Maintain all facilities to ensure risk aversion, structural integrity and quality facility ready for use.

KPA 4 – OHS & ADMINISTRATION & HUMAN RESOURCES

• Maintain self discipline, time management & deadline oriented principles in the workplace.
• Assist with obtaining quotes for purchases related to duties.
• Tranport duties and picking up of orders
• Ensure all administrative protocols and procedures are followed when completing reports, spreadsheet and forms.
• Ensure compliance with OHS practises, including attending the OHS meetings.
• Assist with identification and mitigation of risks and threats in the work environment.
• Ensure accurate completion of monthly attendance registers and associated forms.
• Identify training needs within the section & team and ensure attendance and successful completion of training sessions
• Assist with supervision of FTE, contract staff, students for tasks
• Assist with training of staff and students, based on field of experience and expertise
• Attend meetings as requested by line management
• Participate in OHS toolbox talks and provide input to HIRA’s relevant to duties
  

KPA 5 – COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

• Assist rangers with patrols as per roster and monthly plans
• Provide Management with pertinent information pertaining to illegal activities
• Conduct permit checks and inspections at the gate and within the Reserve
• Assist rangers during operations ito observation posts and response teams tasks
• Assist rangers to respond to compliance issues

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12
• At least one year of job-related experience.
• A valid code B driver’s license at least two years old from the date of issue
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Internet use).
• No criminal record.

COMPENTENCIES:

• Background knowledge of nature-based tourism and conservation.
• Willingness to work weekends, public holidays and perform standby duties as per a roster.
• Physical ability to perform, including undertaking patrols & including firefighting.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Professional Communication Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Supervisory Skills
• Must be able to work and live in a remote environment with little to no internet and phone connectivity.

Recommendation/Added Advantage:

• Experience in tool maintenance accredited certificates
• Power Tool maintenance experience.
• Storage management experience.
• First Aid Certificate

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.

Kindly Note:

Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
CapeNature reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise a post should it be deemed necessary within its sole discretion.

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

Closing Date: 12 February 2025