
Nature Conservation Assistant
Salary or stipendR170 226 per annum, (plus benefits)
The Department of Environment is looking for a Nature Conservation Assistant. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/296, page 222
- Reference number
- REFS/057069 (X19 POSTS)
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Centre
- Placement of Employees Across Gauteng Provincial Nature Reserves 223
- Directorate
- Biodiversity Management
What you will need
- NQF level 1 or 2 (Abet level 2/3 certificate or equivalent).
- Skills: Firefighting, Mechanical, Welding, Thatching, Electrification, and Communication skills.
- A valid driver’s licence and relevant knowledge of nature reserve operations will serve as an added advantage.
Driver's licence
A valid driver’s licence and relevant knowledge of nature reserve operations will serve as an added advantage.
Skills and competencies
- Skills: Firefighting, Mechanical, Welding, Thatching, Electrification, and Communication skills.
Key responsibilities
- Support the resource management staff, Driving of official vehicles, Maintenance of infrastructure, vehicles and equipment, Burning of firebreaks, Assistance with natural resources management that includes the management of invasive plants, Erection of fences and repairs, Soil erosion control, Game census and Patrols.
- Resource Management weekend duties as per schedule, basic understanding of the nature reserve terrain.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mr. Nkosikhona Masangane
- Telephone: (011) 240 3094

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