SOUTH AFRICAN FORESTRY COMPANY (SAFCOL)

INFORMATION SECURITY SUPPORT ENGINEER 

Status: Permanent 

Location: Nelspruit 

Grade: C3 

Reporting line: Manager: Enterprise Technology and Security 

Role Mandate 

Ensure confidentiality, integrity, information availability and communication systems by proactively preventing, detecting, and responding to security incidents. Provide technical support and guidance to users, enable secure and effective use of systems and related equipment. Support implementation and operation of security controls, policies, and procedures across the Company. 

Key Accountabilities 

·       Install all desktop & laptop computers & ensure effective functioning 

·       Configure & setup e-mail functionality on business cell phones and upgrade computers, where required 

·       Troubleshoot faulty cable switches and log calls with suppliers 

·       Configure & troubleshoot faults with telephone system 

·       Perform hardware troubleshooting & advise on solutions 

·       Conduct routine check-up, advice to users on systems, products and available services 

·       Provide effective interface between users and service providers, progress checking, and ensuring all diagnostic information is provided for error resolution and incident analysis, including documentation of problems and checking on progress

·       Assist users and ensure effective use of desktop systems, products, and services, diagnose problems and advise on known solutions, where applicable 

·       Demonstrate, install, and commission desktop systems and routine upgrades including all equipment, related services, and systems 

·       Provide information on updates, known errors, changes in availability, new facilities 

·       Perform site visits, conduct maintenance, diagnoses, and repairs 

·       Ensure network connection and access to users 

·       Monitor and advise staff on security breaches and password statuses 

·       Load all required business software and applications 

·       Perform software troubleshooting 

·       Check and ensure all applications & operating systems are working effectively 

·       Check installed security software and ensure is update accordingly 

·       Install and maintain camera infrastructure 

·       Perform installation of wireless Access Points 

·       Perform 3G connections, VPN setups and connections 

·       Provide network troubleshooting and solutions 

·       Run network cables and conduct fly-leads as required 

·       Setup and maintain all network peripherals 

·       Implement, maintain and monitor security measures, controls and configurations to protect the company systems and networks 

·       Perform routine checks, upgrades. Test security tools and infrastructure 

·       Investigate and resolve all security breaches, viruses, suspicious traffic and activities record and keep record of reported incidents 

·       Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration test, identify security vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies 

·       Address all security related queries, guide deployment and troubleshoot complex security software or hardware issues on VPN’s, firewall, including Cloud Security 

·       Provide technical guidance to ICT Operations and Application Support teams 

·       Perform education and training to all end-users 

Minimum Requirements 

·       Grade 12 

·       National Diploma in Information & Communication Technology (ICT) or related (NQF Level 6) 

·       BSc/ B-Tech Degree in Information & Communication Technology (ICT) or related (NQF Level 7) will be added advantage 

·       A+/ N+ and Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) will be added advantage 

·       CompTIA Security and Microsoft Certified Software Engineer (MCSE) will be added advantage 

·       3-5 Years’ experience as ICT User/Desktop and Network Support with exposure to Information Security Support function 

·       Valid driver’s license 

Leadership

·       Driving Change 

·       Operational Delivery 

·       Self-Awareness

·       Team Building and Collaboration 

·       Decision Making 

·       Mentoring and Development 

Behavioural

·       Conflict Management 

·       Communication

·       Confidentiality

·       Attention to Detail 

·       Work Under Pressure 

·       Time Management 

·       Problem Solving 

·       Customer Service 

·       Analytical thinking 

·       Adaptability

Technical

·       Network Administration 

·       Enterprise Desktop Support 

·       Configuration Management 

·       Software and Hardware Support 

·       Networking & Communication 

·       ICT Infrastructure 

·       Technical support methodologies 

·       Firewall and cloud security 

·       Information Security Tools 

·       Cybersecurity

SAFCOL Group is an equal opportunity company with the focus on gender equality and people with disabilities. 

Employment Equity will be taken into consideration in terms of all appointments within SAFCOL. 

By submitting your CV to SAFCOL, you hereby give permission to circulate your information to the interview panel members for this vacancy only. Your information will not be used for any other position/purpose and will be disregarded after an offer has been made. 

Ms Nozipho Tembe, Human Capital Practitioner, nozirecruitment@safcol.co.za

Tel no: 013 754 2700 

Closing date: 04 August 2026 

Should you not have received a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

FIELD FORESTER 

Status: Permanent

Location: Swartfontein (Mechanised Harvesting) 

Grade: C1 

Reporting line: Senior Forester: Harvesting 

Role Mandate 

To operate in a trainee capacity or under mentorship / direct supervision of an experienced Forester in the control of all the mechanised harvesting systems 

Key Accountabilities 

·       Gather/collect information for budget input 

·       Perform practical field surveys to: 

o   Gather information for Forester for planning purposes 

o   Gather information for Forester for setting productivity targets 

o   Gather information for input into the annual operational plan 

o   Gather information for mechanised fleet 

·       Perform quality checks on Contractor work and own mechanised teams 

·       Perform safety checks and assistance with safety program 

·       Provide compartment planning for Contractors 

·       Complete all Compartment Planning and auditing and verify with Line Manager 

·       Control production of all labour as per Best Operating Procedure (BOP’s) 

·       Complete checklist for all operations in field as per BOP’s 

·       Control environmental aspects in field as per Environmental Management System (EMS) 

·       Control PSM documents and verify for correctness 

·       Complete safety check lists and participate in safety meetings 

·       Monitor deviations and non-compliance to standards 

·       Ensure filing is up to date of safety documents 

·       Check that registers are up to date in accordance with the schedule 

·       Perform toolbox talks, risk assessments and vehicle checklist 

·       Control teams in field as per BOP’s 

·       Control vehicles usage and tools 

Minimum Requirements 

·       Grade 12 

·       National Diploma in Forestry (NQF level 6) 

·       B-Tech or Bsc Degree in Forestry (NQF level 7) will be added advantage 

·       One (1) Year Internship Experience as a Forester 

·       Previous Experience in Harvesting will be an added advantage 

·       Valid driver’s license 

Leadership Competencies 

·       Driving change 

·       Operational delivery 

·       Self-awareness

·       Business acumen 

·       People management 

Behavioural Competencies 

·       Relationship building 

·       Communication

·       Planning and organising 

·       Conflict Management 

·       Problem solving 

·       Stakeholder management 

Technical Competencies 

·       Process flow management 

·       Total quality management 

·       Mechanical and maintenance 

·       Safety management 

·       Harvesting practices 

·       Computer literacy 

SAFCOL Group is an equal opportunity company with the focus on gender equality and people with disabilities. 

Employment Equity will be taken into consideration in terms of all appointments within SAFCOL. 

By submitting your CV to SAFCOL, you hereby give permission to circulate your information to the interview panel members for this vacancy only. Your information will not be used for any other position/purpose and will be disregarded after an offer has been made. 

Interested qualified individuals can e-mail a concise CV and must submit relevant copies of qualifications in confidence to: 

Mr. Obert Mashabane, Human Capital Practitioner, obertrecruitment@safcol.co.za

Tel no: 013 754 2700 

Closing date: 04 August 2026 

Should you not have received a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

LOG DATA RECORDER X2 

Status: Permanent

Location: Belfast Plantation 

Grade: A3 

Reporting line: Forester: Harvesting 

Role Mandate 

To record infield and capture timber dimension, to determine and control volumes produced or sold. 

Key Accountabilities 

·       Measure and write dimensions (lengths and diameters) on the log 

·       Tag logs with the customers log tag 

·       Record logs infield/roadside/depot at clearfell and thinning operations electronic or manual 

·       Ensure quality control when writing/tagging/capturing 

·       Adhere to all safety standard procedures 

·       Complete delivery note for transport loading 

·       Execute and comply to the applicable BOP’s, harvesting and other forest management procedures and all applicable set standards 

·       Perform other adhoc duties as and when required 

Minimum Requirements 

·       Grade 10 

·       Log data recorder certificate 

·       Previous forestry related experience 

·       Previous log data recorder experience will be advantageous 

·       Basic safety, Environmental Awareness, Fire Suppression will be advantageous 

Skills Competencies 

·       Literacy

·       Numeracy

·       Decision making 

·       Ability to work in an adverse condition 

Behavioural Competencies 

·       Self-motivated

·       Reliable

·       Independent

SAFCOL Group is an equal opportunity company with the focus on gender equality and people with disabilities. 

Employment Equity will be taken into consideration in terms of all appointments within SAFCOL. 

By submitting your CV to SAFCOL, you hereby give permission to circulate your information to the interview panel members for this vacancy only. Your information will not be used for any other position/purpose and will be disregarded after an offer has been made. 

Interested qualified individuals can e-mail a concise CV and must submit relevant copies of qualifications in confidence to: 

Ms. Magdeline Selopyane, Human Capital Practitioner, magdalinerecruitment@safcol.co.za

Tel no: 013 754 2700 

Closing date: 04 August 2026 

Should you not have received a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

SENIOR SUPERVISOR: HARVESTING 

Status: Permanent 

Location: Belfast Plantation 

Grade: B5 

Reporting line: Forester: Harvesting 

Role Mandate 

To be the first line supervisor to ensure that the team achieve its production targets in line with the Best Operating Practices (BOP) standards. 

Key Accountabilities 

·       Plan, organize and set out daily tasks in line with operational plans 

·       Control operations using harvesting BOP standards 

·       Ensure adherence in line with productivity standards 

·       Complete and submit accurate daily production sheets and other related administration functions timeously 

·       Ensure minimal log rejects for optimal utilisation of the timber 

·       Ensure adequate stacking and separation of client stacks 

·       Prepare fire belts, burning and firefighting when required 

·       Motivate and support the team to achieve targets 

·       Take corrective actions including disciplinary actions if there are deviations 

·       Complete Production Control Sheet (PCS) and other related administration functions timeously 

·       Transport team members to and from relevant operations and any other driving related activities 

·       Ensure correct utilisation of tools, equipment, fuel and other resources utilised by team members 

·       Ensure daily and weekly greasing of machines occurs 

·       Report any fault-finding on machinery and equipment 

·       Ensure enforcement of safety, conduct daily risk assessment and toolbox talk 

·       Ensure all incidents are reported to management 

Minimum Requirements 

·       Grade 12 

·       Winning Supervisor Certificate/ National Forestry: Harvesting Certificate (NQF level 3)/ National Diploma in Forestry (NQF Level 6) 

·       2-3 Years’ experience as a supervisor in harvesting operations with Winning Supervisor Certificate/National Forestry: Harvesting Certificate (NQF level 3) 

·       Practical experiential training in forest operations with National Diploma in Forestry (NQF Level 6) 

·       Code C1 or higher driver's license 

·       Basic safety, Environmental Awareness, Fire Suppression, SHE rep and First certificates will be an added advantage 

Leadership

·       Operational Delivery 

·       Self-Awareness

·       Leading Others 

Behavioral

·       Deadline Driven 

·       Communication and Follow Through 

·       Teamwork

·       Problem Solving and Decision Making 

·       Planning and Organising 

·       Attention to Detail 

Technical

·       Literacy Skills 

·       Production Orientated 

·       Safety Management 

·       Harvesting Practices 

·       Environmental Management 

SAFCOL Group is an equal opportunity company with the focus on gender equality and people with disabilities. 

Employment Equity will be taken into consideration in terms of all appointments within SAFCOL. 

By submitting your CV to SAFCOL, you hereby give permission to circulate your information to the interview panel members for this vacancy only. Your information will not be used for any other position/purpose and will be disregarded after an offer has been made. 

Interested qualified individuals can e-mail a concise CV and must submit relevant copies of qualifications in confidence to: Ms Magdeline Selopyane, Human Capital Practitioner, magdalinerecruitment@safcol.co.za Tel no: 013 754 2700 

Closing date: 04 August 2026 

Should you not have received a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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