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3x Quantity Surveyors (Fixed-Term Contract)
SANParks invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the fixed-term (3-year contract) position of Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Project Manager under the Technical Services Department.
Location
Requirements
- Degree/BSc/B-Tech in Quantity Surveying (NQF Level 7) – essential.
- Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) – advantage.
- 5–7 years post-qualification experience, within a professional Quantity Surveying firm or construction environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Quantity Surveying software.
- Professional registration – advantage.
- Driver’s licence and own transport.
- Knowledge of OHSACT and Construction Regulations.
- Stable employment record with references.
Responsibilities
- Manage project costs and budgets.
- Support projects from feasibility stage to final account.
- Conduct site measurements and prepare Bills of Quantities.
- Monitor cash flow and prepare monthly cost reports and payment certificates.
- Assist in developing construction program and management reports.
- Perform other general quantity surveying duties as directed.
- Ensure compliance with SANParks policies and standards.
Please Note
Appointment will be made in accordance with SANParks employment equity plan.
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment. People with disability and applicant from designated group are encouraged to apply.
Salary
R630 000.00 Per Annum
Paterson Grade
D1
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
A detailed Curriculum Vitae including copies of their qualifications recently certified within the last 3 months to the following address:
Human Capital Management Division
Private Bag x 402
Skukuza,
1350
Tel no: (013) 735-4389
E-mail: jobapplications7@sanparks.org
Candidates who have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date may consider their applications as unsuccessful.
Closing Date
27 March 2026
Personal Assistant (PA)
Applications from suitably qualified candidates are invited for the position of a Personal Assistant to support the office of the Managing Executive. The purpose of this position is to provide high-level administrative support to the office of the Managing Executive, enabling the office to focus on strategic decision-making and leadership responsibilities while ensuring a smooth running of daily operations by managing schedules, communications, travel, and other logistical tasks with efficiency and discretion.
Location
Requirements
- Degree in Office Management/ Administration/ Secretarial (NQF Level 7).
- 5 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant (PA) at management level.
- 2 years’ experience as Personal Assistant at executive level.
- Proven track record in general office administration.
- Basic financial Management skills.
- Understanding of how systems and procedures work organizationally.
- Customer relations management.
- Understanding of office etiquette.
- Advance Computer skills.
- Business Communication skills (verbal and written).
Responsibilities
- Coordinate departmental activities and events by acting as a first point of contact for callers, answering calls and liaising with clients competently.
- Dealing with emails and phone calls by responding, passing on messages or highlighting them for the Managing Executive.
- Efficient administration of the Manging Executive diary and provision of meeting support.
- Assist in the managing the flow of information of the department.
- Assist the Manager: Executive Support in the collations and compiling of reports, correspondence, business documents and minutes.
- Assist in administering the expenditure records and reports for the department.
- Reconcile budget and provide a variation report.
- Track expenditure of the department.
- Work with various teams.
- Maintaining a database of strategic partners and stakeholders.
Please Note
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment will be made in accordance with SANParks employment equity plan.
Salary
R501 165.00 – R601 387.50 Per Annum
Paterson Grade
C4
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their application letter accompanied by detailed CVs as well as recently certified copies of qualifications, certificates to the following address:
Human Capital Management
Private Bag X402
SKUKUZA
1350
Tel no: 013 735 4389
E -mail: jobapplications7@sanparks.org
If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
Closing Date
27 March 2026
Cook (Demi Chef)
A vacancy exists for Hotel Cook (Demi Chef) at Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The successful candidate will be responsible for food presentation, cooking, cleaning and stock control. The successful candidate will report to the Chef de partie at Hotel & Chalets.
Location
Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- NQF Level 6 in Culinary
- 2 – 3 year’s experience in food costing and preparation
- Communication skills both written and verbal.
- Basic understanding of customer service principles
- Decision making skills
- Problem solving skills
- Knife skills
- Food preparation skills
- Knowledge of policies and procedures
- Administrative requirements
- Knowledge of organisation ethics,
Responsibilities
- Ensure and maintain the food costs at minimal as per SANParks Standard Operating Procedure
- Ensure compliance with related legislation, standards and SANParks policies by performing periodic inspection and audits
- Ensure timeous preparation of food as per existing meal schedules
- Ensure that the whole food process is quality assurance before service to the customer
- Ensure that the stock is within the department stock par levels by continuous stock levels
- Ensure that the kitchen is clean, hygienic and all the employees are working safety by providing periodic in-house training / induction
Please Note
The remuneration package includes a basic salary based on the salary scale of Paterson B2 job grade and allowance, benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Condition of Services of SANParks.
Salary
R142 428.41 – R189 674.39 Annually
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Candidates who meet the above-mentioned requirements should apply using the link and forward their application, detailed CV with cover letter, and valid certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID and all qualifications obtained to:
Golden Gate National Park
Human Resource
Att: Hamilton Shirindza
Private Bag X 3
Clarens
9707
Email: Hamilton.Shirindza@sanparks.org
Candidates who do not apply via the provided link will not be considered: https://forms.office.com/r/sEJVUtvUTX?origin=lprLink
Alternatively: CV’s can be hand delivered to the HR Offices at Golden Gate Highlands National Park between 08h00 am and 15h30 pm.
NB: Only quote Cook (Demi Chef) on the subject line of your application cover letter.
NB: Accommodation will be provided within the park.
Closing Date
30 March 2026
Regional Ecologist – Grasslands (Port Elizabeth)
A vacancy currently exists for a team-oriented and highly motivated Regional Ecologist to support the establishment, expansion, and monitoring requirements for the new Grasslands National Park, the Greater Grasslands Mega Living Landscape, other surrounding Parks and associated MLLs, based in Port Elizabeth or Nqanqarhu (Maclear) office base, Eastern Cape.
The primary responsibilities of this role include conducting biodiversity site and veld condition assessments, advising farmers, land users and landowners on sustainable veld management practices such as grazing, burning, restoration, and alien plant clearing—and guiding the implementation of restoration plans for degraded ecosystems.
In addition, the successful candidate will coordinate research and monitoring programmes, facilitate knowledge and data transfer between scientists, managers, and stakeholders, and interpret findings to inform adaptive management and decision-making. This position requires a strong stakeholder and partnership orientation, as the ecologist will play a key role in promoting collaborative conservation and sustainable land-use practices across the landscape. The Regional Ecologist for Grasslands will report to the Park Expansion Manager.
Location
Grasslands National Park
Requirements
- A post-graduate NQF level 8 degree an appropriate conservation or agricultural oriented field
- MSc degree in environmental / conservation science/ Agriculture with GIS & statistical analyses included will serve as an added advantage.
- 4-6 years of relevant research, monitoring and/or applied science-management experience.
- A strong background in restoration and vegetation ecology in the grassland ecosystem.
- Ability to handle conflict as well as people management skills.
- Passionate about bridging the gap between research, monitoring, and park management / decision-making.
- Computer literacy with a high level of competency with MS Office products as well as good knowledge of databases and medium GIS competency (advanced GIS and Cybertracker experience an added advantage).
- Ability to travel extensively in the landscape, spending nights away from home and occasionally travel on weekends.
- A valid driver’s license.
Responsibilities
- Conduct biodiversity site and veld condition assessments on stewardship properties within the Grasslands Mega Living Landscape, other surrounding Parks and associated MLLs to inform management agreements and operational plans.
- Provide ecological extension support/advisory support to farmers, land users, communities, and landowners of stewardships sites in the MLLs on sustainable veld management practices, including grazing systems, controlled burning, restoration of degraded areas, and alien plant clearing in line with the framework management plan.
- Guide the development and implementation of restoration plans for degraded ecosystems and monitor progress to ensure ecological integrity.
- Coordinate and ensure implementation of monitoring and research programmes including basic data analysis, archiving and curation.
- Collate information on the biodiversity of the MLLs and manage data stores in this regard; coordinate a BIOBLITZ every 5 years.
- Together with SANParks scientists, interpret research and monitoring findings, evaluate the practical implications thereof and communicate this to management, and other relevant stakeholders, while broadening access to information through focused dissemination strategies.
- Where applicable, undertake aerial and ground censuses and work closely with park management to provide recommendations to the Wildlife Management Committee on wildlife offtakes, translocation, loans, and donations.
- Contribute to the revision of protected area management plans.
- Contribute to various assessments undertaken at relevant parks to track and monitor progress i.e., Management Effective Tracking Tools (METT).
- Facilitate the implementation of adaptive management principles in support of relevant park management plans and property operational plans.
- Provide an essential link and communication channel to park management and other stakeholders i.e., new research and monitoring findings.
- Keep abreast of current scientific thinking and pursue appropriate academic development.
- Maintain and manage research and monitoring infrastructure and equipment.
- Mentor and supervise subordinates (Biotechnicians, Research Assistants, Environmental Monitors, and Interns), including work planning, scheduling, and performance appraisals. Work planning and scheduling, budget control, general administration.
Please Note
Completing the online application form is mandatory. CV-only submissions will not be considered.
The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Patterson D3 band job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Service of SANParks. It will be expected of the successful candidate to provide for his own accommodation as official accommodation is not available in the Park.
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to not make appointments.
Salary
R866,250.00 – R1,299,375.00 Per Annum
Paterson Grade
D3
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Candidates who meet the above requirements should apply via the link and forward their applications and detailed CVs, qualifications and ID copy email to Celine.hendricks@sanparks.org with the subject heading: “REGIONAL ECOLOGIST- GRASSLANDS”
ATT: Celine Hendricks
PO Box 787, Pretoria, 0001
E-mail: celine.hendricks@sanparks.org
Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
Closing Date
30 March 2026
Manager: Executive Support
The Organisation requires the services of a Manager: Executive Support in the Tourism and Marketing division. This position will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
Location
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
Requirements
- Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Financial Management or a related field.
- A postgraduate degree (NQF 8) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Financial management or a related field.
- Should have 5 – 7 years of experience in business performance and/or administration management.
- Should have 3 years of exposure in budget management and financial reporting.
- Proven ability in planning, organising, resource allocation, and coordinating.
- Have thorough knowledge of business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.
- An understanding of regulatory frameworks, i.e., PFMA. Treasury regulations, SANParks policies and procedures & Public sector Frameworks.
- A proven track record of working in the conservation and/or travel & tourism environment is ideal but not mandatory.
- Experience in annual and quarterly business performance and/administration reporting
- Financial Management
- Comprehensive knowledge of administrative office procedures and systems.
- Thorough knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
- Contract and project management knowledge.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Communication skills.
- Coordination skills.
- Relationship-building skills.
- Time management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Communication skills.
- Stress management skills.
- Financial management skills
- Proficient in computer.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Negotiation skills.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the effective and efficient implementation and monitoring of the division’s quarterly and annual operational business plans.
- Coordinate the administrative operations and workflow, including composing a variety of reports, correspondence, presentations, guidelines, or related material.
- Ensure divisional planning and reporting comply with organisational timelines and standards.
- Coordinate logistics, meeting schedules, work sessions, briefings, and other executive events.
- Establish and implement an effective administrative function and related programmes in the office of the Managing Executive.
- Coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of divisional policies and procedures, which are informed by appropriate legal frameworks and comply with the organisation’s strategic business requirements.
- Oversee the preparation and management of information flow, including proactive liaison with senior management in delivering this strategic support function.
- Oversee the coordination of logistics and schedules for various meetings, work sessions, briefings, and other events and programmes for the Managing Executive’s office.
- Ensure adherence to administrative office procedures and administrative management systems.
- Ensure accurate agenda setting and follow up on action items.
- Coordinate annual budgetary and monitor monthly divisional finances, ensuring cost control measures vis-à-vis variance reporting.
- Provide strategic support in the effective communication of and information sharing on divisional-related matters.
- Oversee coordination of the performance management for the division and ensure adherence to timelines and timeous submissions.
- Coordinate divisional planning and reporting, ensuring compliance with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements.
- Oversee information management and proactive liaison with senior management to deliver strategic support.
- Ensure effective internal communication and information sharing on divisional matters.
- Provide strategic support for stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
Please Note
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualifications Authority.
SANParks is an equal employer, preference will be given to people with disabilities.
Salary
R943 635.00 – R1 415 505.00 Per Annum
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
A cover letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s), and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months) to the following address:
Human Resources Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
Fax: 086 295 4078
E-mail: Recruitments@sanparks.org
If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
Closing Date
06 April 2026
We wish you all the best with your applications
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