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South Africa: Field Rangers, Limietberg Nature Reserve
Limietberg Nature Reserve lies in the Du Toitskloof mountains near Paarl, forming a part of the greater Boland mountain range. The reserve stretches from Franschhoek in the south, eastwards towards Groot Drakenstein, and northwards as far as Voëlvlei dam, covering an area of some 117 000 ha. The terrain is rugged, with steep kloofs and deep valleys. Du Toits Peak at 1996m is the highest point within the reserve. Limietberg is an important water catchment for the Breede and Berg rivers which flow through the reserve, and feed the Wemmershoek, Stettynskloof, Theewaterskloof and Voëlvlei dams. Cape Nature is looking for two qualified Field Rangers.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Field surveys: ecological  data collection and capturing, monitoring and assist with research projects
•    Perform law enforcement duties and provide support to Conservation Management Services and Environmental Crime Investigation Services
•    Provide assistance with Environmental Education (Youth Development), extension and interpretation
•    Perform supervisory, training and administrative duties
•    Maintenance of infrastructure and equipment
•    Perform reserve and community conservation duties
•    Assist in combating wildfires, quality control and overseeing of contractors
•    Assist as environmental control officer
•    Assist with Tourism activities

REQUIREMENTS:
•    Grade 12
•    Obtain an appropriate field ranger qualification within two years after appointment
•    A valid drivers licence
•    Physical ability to perform field ranger duties
•    No criminal record
•    Willingness to work irregular hours

RECOMMENDATIONS:
•    An appropriate field ranger qualification or two years appropriate experience
•    Bilingualism
•    Trilingualism will be an added advantage

ENQUIRIES: D Rossouw: 0824949707 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Applications to the HR Officer, Private Bag X29, Rondebosch, 7701 or fax 021-659 3432 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   on or before 22 February 2008

•    Preference will be given to applicants from the previously disadvantaged population groups.
•    Candidates who have not been contacted within 14 days after closing date must assume that their applications were not successful.