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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 
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JUNIOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER
 
The organisation requires the services of a Junior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in the Air Services Department and will be based in Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga.
Location KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
 
Requirements
Key Qualifications and Experience:
  • Valid SACAA AME TYPE License
  • Driver’s License Code 08
  • 5 years of qualification as a SACAA AME
  • 3 – 5 years of SACAA logged experience with AS350 type as AME
  • Should have tracking experience.
 
Knowledge Areas:
  • Aviation Legislation
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Aircraft Technical Documentation
  • Aviation Publications (AIP, AIC, NOTAM)
  • Organisation-specific Procedures (MOP)
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Technical Competence
  • High-Level Computer Literacy
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Learning
  • Compliance and Safety Orientation
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Analytical Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Critical Thinking
  • Professionalism
 
Responsibilities
  • Ensure strict compliance with approved maintenance procedures, executing tasks accurately, efficiently, and within specified timelines to maintain aircraft airworthiness standards.
  • Identify, diagnose, and resolve maintenance issues. Make sound and timely decisions related to aircraft maintenance tasks, considering safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations and procedures.
  • Perform inspections, assess maintenance needs, troubleshoot, and verify the completion of tasks to maintain the integrity and safety of aircraft systems and uphold the highest quality standards.
  • Plan and coordinate maintenance activities, ensuring proper sequencing, resource allocation, and efficient utilisation of time and manpower to minimise aircraft downtime.
  • Collaborate with team members, technicians, and other stakeholders to achieve shared maintenance goals and objectives.
  • Communicate technical information, observations, and findings to colleagues and relevant stakeholders for efficient coordination and decision-making.
  • Communicate critical and maintenance-related information to aircrew members, conveying technical details and task progress in a clear and concise manner, and fostering open communication channels.
  • Assist in maintaining up-to-date maintenance records in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational guidelines. Data entry, record keeping and documentation must be accurate and precise. Maintenance-related documents, both physical and digital must facilitate easy retrieval, proper storage, and confidentiality.
  • Prioritise safety in all maintenance operations; adhere to safety regulations, and actively promote a safety culture among the maintenance team and aircrew members.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of potential risks involved in aircraft maintenance operations and remain vigilant in identifying and assessing risks. Assist senior personnel in implementing risk mitigation strategies, following established protocols, and taking appropriate actions to address identified risks.
  • Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development and stay updated with industry advancements.
 
 
Please Note
  • Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are required to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Salary R237,970.64 – R366,691.86
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Nomawethu Dudumashe
Human Resources Division
 
Documents Required
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should forward their applications, consisting of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months).
 
Closing Date 08 March 2024
 
 
 
 
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INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME OPPORTUNITIES
 
South African National Parks (SANParks) is the leading conservation authority in all national parks, responsible for 3 751 113 hectares of protected land in 20 national parks. It draws its mandate from the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act, Act 57 of 2003.
Applications are hereby invited from graduates who completed their Bachelor’s Degree/ National Diploma (NQF6/NQF7) at a Public Higher Education Institution (HEI) in South Africa and wish to be placed in SANParks for one (1) year with a monthly stipend of R5, 000.00. SANParks is under no obligation to employ the Intern upon completion of the programme.
Location GROENKLOOF NATIONAL PARK (HEAD OFFICE)
 
Requirements
Field of Study: Degree/ Diploma in Human Resources Management
Division/Department: Human Capital Management
 
Who is eligible to apply?
To qualify for the Internship Placement Programme, you must:
  • Be an unemployed graduate age 18 – 35
  • Must be a South African Citizen
  • Have completed a Bachelor Degree/National Diploma (NQF 6/ NQF 7) under the above-mentioned discipline/ fields of study from a South African Public Higher Education Institution (HEI)
  • Must not have previously been employed nor participated in an Internship/ placement programme
 
Please Note
  • Candidates wishing to apply for the Internship outside their area of residence must be willing to find their own accommodation and transportation considering that they will be earning a stipend.
  • Failure to submit the requested documents/ information will result in your application not being considered.
  • Applicants will be expected to be available for assessment and selection interviews at a time, date and place as determined by SANParks.
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
  • All appointments for internships are subject to verification and pre-screening process
  • SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • Manual applications will not be accepted.
  • Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
  • Applications not responded to within 14 days of closing date must be considered unsuccessful.
 
Enquiries: Kindly contact Ms Nomawethu Dudumashe at 012 426 5041.
 
 
Salary R6,030.70
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Gugulethu Khuzwayo
 
Documents Required
  • Applicants must attach a recent copy of their CV, certified copies of their Matric/Grade 12 certificate, Academic qualifications with academic transcripts (academic record) and ID.
 
Closing Date 08 March 2024
 
 
 
 
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COORDINATOR: FIREARMS MANAGEMENT
 
SANParks requires the services of a Coordinator: Firearms Management. This position will be based at Skukuza in the Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga and will report directly to the Corporate Manager: Firearms.
 
Location KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
 
Requirements
  • Be in possession of a Diploma in Forensic Investigations and Auditing, BCom Degree in Law or Policing or equivalent.
  • Should have Office Administrative Management, National Diploma Law.
  • Should have 5 years of experience in firearm legislation and management environment.
  • Should have 7 years of experience in firearms legislation and management.
  • Knowledge of Information and Records Management skills
  • Knowledge of Firearm legislation skills
  • Knowledge of the Criminal Procedures Act
  • General Firearms knowledge.
  • Knowledge of firearms management (administration)
  • Computer literacy skills
  • Office administration skills.
  • Project management skills.
  • Compliance management and database management skills.
  • Communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Report writing and analytical skills.
  • Investigation skills
  • Should be a team player
 
Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support services for the department.
  • Analyse, coordinate and verify the following reports for approval: Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Reports.
  • Maintain accessible workstations, systems and control registers ensuring compliance and control standards are adhered to.
  • Assist in the management of departmental information as per SANParks policies and procedures.
  • Ensure efficient coordination of departmental activities by setting up administrative systems and creating work schedules, organizing resources to meet work objectives and prioritising work accordingly.
  • Cooperate, liaise, and develop good customer and public relationships, establishing and maintaining a network of contacts.
  • Manage, coordinate, analyse, and maintain accurate and detailed control registers/records of all firearms as per legislation (National Firearm Stock Register, National Firearm Stock Register, National Ammunition Stock Register etc).
  • Assists with inspections/audits at the Parks as and when required.
 
Please Note
  • Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Salary R312,914.08 – R482,201.16
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Human Capital Division
 
Documents Required
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications consisting of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within 3 months).
 
Closing Date 08 March 2024
 
 
 
 
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REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER: CAPE REGION
 
A challenging vacancy currently exists for a dynamic, team-oriented, and highly motivated Regional General Manager: Cape. The successful candidate will be closely involved with the implementation and maintenance of sound administration and corporate governance systems, policies, and procedures within the different operational units of the Cape Region. The position will be based in Cape Town at Table Mountain National Park. – Rhodes Memorial
Location TABLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
 
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Conservation/Tourism/Business Management, or any other relevant qualification coupled with five years of related management experience.
  • 7 to 10 years experience in senior management
  • Any postgraduate degree in a related discipline or MBA will be an added advantage.
  • Working knowledge of relevant conservation legislation and conservation management
  • Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages
  • Sound knowledge of statutory governing National Parks incl. NEMA: PAA, MPA, PFMA, etc.
  • Good written and verbal communication, negotiation, project management, conflict resolution and community liaison skills
  • Willingness to work long and irregular hours as well as extensive travelling.
  • Sound organisational, administrative, negotiation skills and stakeholder management.
  • A valid driver’s license.
 
Responsibilities
  • To coordinate and manage the Human Capital and Financial Management functions for the Cape Region, which includes five national parks.
  • To manage, monitor and report on the Cape Region’s divisional Scorecard and Business Plan.
  • To provide effective strategic management and leadership for the region.
  • To ensure implementation and monitoring of the regional business plan.
  • To ensure effective planning and management of Tourism operations for the region.
  • To ensure effective conservation management for the region.
  • To ensure effective constituency building with neighbouring communities and other Stakeholders for the region.
  • To implement sound governance and financial management for the region.
  • To lead, develop and manage the Human Capital of the region.
  • To ensure the effective implementation of stakeholder management in the Cape Region
 
Please Note
  • The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Patterson E-lower band job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the Conditions of Service of SANParks.
 
Paterson Grade E
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Jacqueline Jacobus
 
Documents Required
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Certified copy of Driver’s License
  • Certified copy of ID
  • Certified copies of  relevant qualifications
 
Closing Date 07 March 2024
 
 
 
 



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THREE INFRASTRUCTURE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS
 
The South African National Parks (SANParks) is a Schedule 3A Public Entity as per the Public Finance Management Act. SANParks manages a system of 21 functional national parks in seven of the nine provinces of South Africa with a total area of just over 4 million hectares.
The South African National Parks seeks to appoint three (3) independent and suitably qualified individuals to serve as external members of the SANParks Infrastructure and Investment Committee.
Location GROENKLOOF NATIONAL PARK (HEAD OFFICE)
 
Requirements
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Built environment.
  • A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
  • Professional registration with South African Council for Project and Construction Managers (SACPCMP) or the Engineering Council South Africa (ECSA).
  • Over 10 years’ experience in leading and executing large infrastructure projects (preferably at senior management or executive level).
  • A minimum of 10 years experience in the built environment.
  • Business Management and Construction management.
  • General strategic and operations management,
  • Programme management,
  • Financial management and cost control.
  • Knowledge and experience in infrastructure investment.
 
 
Please Note
The external members of Infrastructure and Investment Committee will be remunerated in line with the National Treasury rates.
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Nomawethu Dudumashe
HCM
  • Email: Nomawethu.dudumashe@sanparks.org
  • Postal Address: Human Resources Division SA National Park P.O Box 787 PRETORIA 0001 Fax: 086 295 4078 Email: Nomawethu.dudumashe@snaparks.org
 
Documents Required
Interested persons who meet the above stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a covering letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months) to the following address: Nomawethu.dudumashe@sanparks.org
 
Closing Date 06 March 2024







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GENERAL MANAGER: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT AND COMPLIANCE
 
The Organisation requires the services of a General Manager: Continuous Improvement and Compliance in the Chief Operating Officer’s 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 in Business Administration (preferably a Master’s Degree), Industrial Engineering or a related field.
  • Should have at least 5 years experience in strategy and business performance, policy development and coordination, business process review and re-engineering or related field at senior management level.
  • Knowledge of protected areas management legislation.
  • Knowledge of governance frameworks.
  • Knowledge of policy management and compliance policy and protocol.
  • Knowledge of international agreements.
  • Working knowledge of organisational corporate governance
  • Knowledge of business analytics.
  • Knowledge of project management issues.
  • Business process and operational system analysis, review and re-engineering.
  • Integrated process and systems thinking.
  • Facilitation skills.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Presentation and research skills.
  • Project management skills.
  • Report writing skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • High levels of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products are crucial.
  • Policy drafting skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Management and supervisory skills.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
 
Responsibilities
  • Perform routine assessments and business improvements for operational effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Provide oversight on effective cooperative governance and compliance.
  • Ensure and maintain co-operate legislative compliance and reporting.
  • Provide stakeholder engagement support on cooperative governance with government and strategic partners.
  • Provide oversight on policy and procedure review and development, including routine policy analyses and research.
  • Update and maintain the SANParks Policy portal on SharePoint.
  • Ensure policy monitoring, compliance, auditing and evaluation.
  • Conduct enterprise strategic business analysis and development.
  • Provide business solutions on efficient, innovative systems and business processes supportive of SANParks core business.
  • Perform routine business analysis, including turn-around times and bottleneck assessments.
  • Provide business analytics liaison.
  • Ensure in-house project management, documentation, processing and implementation.
  • Update and maintain SANParks project management database.
  • Lead, develop and manage the financial and human capital management of the continuous improvement unit.
 
Please Note
  • Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Salary R992,827.93 – R1,627,762.74
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Reginah Visser
Human Resources Division
 
Documents Required
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months).
 
Closing Date 06 March 2024