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SANParks Skilled Environmental Monitors Vacancies 2026 (15 Posts) Apply Now

Apply for SANParks Skilled Environmental Monitors Vacancies 2026. Kruger National Park is recruiting 15 Environmental Monitors. Earn R311 per day. Closing date: 19 June 2026.

SANParks Skilled Environmental Monitors Vacancies 2026

The South African National Parks is inviting applications for 15 Skilled Environmental Monitor positions within the Biodiversity and Social Projects Programme at the iconic Kruger National Park.

This is an excellent opportunity for unemployed South Africans seeking practical environmental monitoring and administration experience while contributing to conservation initiatives in one of Africa’s leading national parks.

The positions are offered on a fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027 under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP).

Skilled Environmental Monitors Position Details

Skilled Environmental Monitors (15 Posts)

  • Reference Number: EPWP/KNP/MAR-15 SEC
  • Location: Kruger National Park – Marula Region
  • Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
  • Contract Duration: Up to 31 March 2027
  • Salary: R311 per day

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Grade 12 (Matric) Certificate
  • Minimum of 1 year administrative experience
  • Computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in English and at least one other official South African language
  • Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety principles
  • Good physical health and fitness
  • No criminal record
  • Valid Police Clearance Certificate or proof of application
  • Willingness to work weekends, public holidays and overtime when required
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including after-hours duties
  • Successful candidates must undergo a medical fitness assessment

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

Environmental Monitoring

  • Collecting and recording field data
  • Capturing environmental monitoring information
  • Assisting with biodiversity monitoring activities

Administration Support

  • Maintaining timesheets and attendance records
  • Updating payment schedules
  • Managing logbooks and reports
  • Taking meeting minutes
  • Filing and document management

Operational Support

  • Assisting Biodiversity and Social Projects administrators
  • Procuring Environmental Monitor uniforms
  • Coordinating communication with Rangers and Duty Managers
  • Capturing overtime records for Environmental Monitors
  • Performing additional duties assigned by supervisors

Skills and Competencies

Ideal candidates should possess:

  • Strong administrative abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Good organisational skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Time management skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Professional work ethic

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

  • Cover letter quoting reference number EPWP/KNP/MAR-15 SEC
  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Certified copy of highest qualification obtained

Important: Certification must not be older than six months.

How to Apply

Applications must be hand-delivered to the nearest SANParks gate or Biodiversity and Social Projects Office.

Submission Locations

  • Crocodile Bridge Gate
  • Malelane Gate
  • Numbi Gate
  • Phabeni Gate
  • Paul Kruger Gate
  • Orpen Gate
  • Biodiversity and Social Projects Offices

Attention

Att: Ripfumelo Maswanganyi

Enquiries: 013 735 0154

Employment Equity

SANParks is committed to Employment Equity and transformation. Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individuals (PDI) and Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA).

Please note that SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 19 June 2026

Applicants who do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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