Field Ranger Anti-poaching/ K9

2 weeks ago

Bushbuckridge Mpumalanga, South Africa MalaMala Game Reserve Full time
ANTI-POACHING FIELD RANGER

PERMANENT


MalaMala Game Reserve is currently looking for a qualified and experienced K9 Dog Handler and PSIRA registered Anti-poaching Field Ranger with a good work ethic to live amongst and manage Big 5 animal encounters in a professional field ranger capacity.

The successful incumbent will form part of a 6-week work and 2 weeks leave cycle.

Duties & responsibilities include:

  • Following and adhering to all company and additional global Anti-Poaching policies.
  • Report in his chain of command to the Anti-Poaching department corporal or Anti-Poaching officer for all operational matters.
  • Work on rotational bases between Anti-Poaching camps on MalaMala Game Reserve.
  • Due to the nature of the work and the high level of security awareness and restrictions, there will be periods where the Field Ranger will not be permitted to carry a personal cell phone or camera.
  • To work in team format and this includes all daily tasks.
  • Maintain a high level of cleanliness and tidiness as the environment can be hostile in the terms of bacterial and viral medical conditions. (As required per PSIRA Grade E)
  • General APU roles
  • Daily Roll Call
  • Day/Night patrols. 24/7 standby (training and patrols)
  • It will be required that the Field Ranger from time to time be deployed in mobile picket locations
  • Daily Listening posts.
  • Be prepared for regular inspections
  • Ensuring overall cleanliness and upkeep
  • Radio procedures

Minimum qualifications and experience:

  • Matric


 NQF Level
  • Must Have PSIRA grade C
  • Valid Police Clearance Certificate is essential.
  • 2 years + experience in the Anti-Poaching Environment as a line dog handler is essential.
  • No criminal record
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must have DH 5, A and B modules.
  • Must have a firm knowledge of bush craft (Animal behaviour, Navigation, Man and Animal Tracking)
  • Valid tracking experience and certification is beneficial.
  • Weapons competencies for business use are essential in three categories.
  • Shotgun
  • Rifle
  • Selfloading Rifle


 First aid level
  • English literacy level: Must have an excellent command of the English language including reading, writing, and speaking.

Competencies:

  • Be Proactive and be a positive team player.
  • Strong work ethic and able to work long flexible hours.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Be a hardworking, problemsolving, multitasker.
  • Must be flexible and adaptable to current change in operational capacity.
  • Must have a positive attitude.
  • Must be physical fit and have sober habits.


In accordance with our Employment Equity Goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Application Deadline: 2024/06/20

Expected Start Date: 2024/08/01

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