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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 
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FIELD ASSISTANT (BIODIVERSITY SOCIAL PROJECTS)
The above position is on a fixed-term contract position up to the end of March 2027 Renewable on mutual agreement. The Salary is on a B4 band, R11,823.25 salary + R 2,426.12 housing allowance per month as the incumbent will be staying outside the park (own accommodation to be provided).
Location Namaqua National Park
 
Requirements
  • Grade 12
  • Code 08 driver’s license
  • Computer Literacy in MS Office
  • 2 years of experience with contracting teams/management of personnel
  • Experience in health and safety management and compliance
  • Experience in soil/land rehabilitation techniques is essential for this position
 
Added Advantages:
  • Basic GIS competency and experience
 
Responsibilities
  • Assist with project-related planning
  • Assist with the management and mentoring of EPWP contract
  • Ensure the management of quality, production and monitoring of task-based operations linked to the project
  • Ensure compliance with program standards/norms and Health and Safety requirements
  • Assist with mapping and data recording for the project linked to activities
  • Assist with administrative tasks
  • Report on project progress
  • Communicate and liaise with relevant stakeholders
 
 
How To Apply
Interested applicants who meet the above-stated requirements should apply using the link  below and forward their detailed CV with certified copies of qualifications not older than three months to the following email address:
Attention: Marjorie Matroos
Email: marjorie.matroos@sanparks.org
Subject line: Field Assistant – Namaqua National Park
Apply Here: https://forms.office.com/r/3DuUrxR4Xs
 
Closing Date 26 August 2024
 
 
 
 
 



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TECHNICAL OFFICER
A vacancy currently exists for a Technical Officer at Mountain Zebra National Park. The successful candidate will report directly to the Park Manager and his/her responsibilities will be to manage the technical services and infrastructure maintenance of the park.
Location Mountain Zebra National Park
 
Requirements
  • A tertiary technical qualification – National Senior / National N Certificate or National N Diploma – N5/6 (NQF level 5) in the electrical / civils / mechanical fields and at least two years of practical experience in the field at supervisory levelFive years of practical experience
  • Proven project management skills/ qualification will serve as an added advantage;
  • National Trade Test Certificate
  •  2 years supervisory experience
  • Computer literacy with working knowledge of MS Office
  • Code EB driver’s licence
  • Occupational Health and Safety certificate
 
Responsibilities
  • To manage civil and building maintenance by agreed procedures on a 24-hour immediate response basis to ensure a favourable visitor and operational environment.
  • To execute and supervise trade related work such as repairs or maintenance to buildings structures, services, roads and equipment;
  • Experience of Bulk water reticulation systems, reservoirs, pumps and related control equipment, Sewer systems, septic tanks, soak aways pumps and related control equipment, Electrical installations and cable networks, repairs, storage and safety requirements;
  • To investigate and resolve problems that are of a technical nature;
  • To supervise and administer the Technical section;
  • To liaise with trade representatives/specialists;
  • To perform all administrative related tasks including budget control, ordering of materials/parts, stock control and monthly and quarterly variance reports on all technical related expenditure;
  • Provide technical support to all Park related projects in the absence of a project manager;
  • Work closely with contractors or projects managers when the need arise;
  • To ensure compliance to Occupational Health and Safety requirements and to execute tasks as per various OHS Section 16.2 appointments including reports on regular meetings and risk assessments to be OHS compliant;
  • To manage resources by monitoring machines, equipment, inventory and materials to ensure optimal functioning by submitting a yearly comprehensive plant and infrastructure servicing and replacement schedule;
  • To monitor and manage maintenance contractors, including quality control and to ensure compliance with SABS buildings regulations to increase life expectancy of structures;
  • Good communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills;
  • Must be willing to work irregular hours;
  • Proven project management skills needed.
 
 
Salary R316 318.83
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:
Mountain Zebra National Park
HCM  
Documents Required
Please send your Cover letter, CV, copies of ID, drivers licence and relevant qualifications to the following address.
 
Closing Date 22 August 2024








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MANAGER: PAYROLL
The Organisation requires the services of a Manager: Payroll in the Human Capital Management Department. This position will be based in Groenkloof National Park.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements
  • Be in possession of a relevant HR/ Finance or Payroll system Degree.
  • Have at least 4 – 6 years’ experience in payroll management of which at least 3 years to be at the managerial level in a company of more than 2000 employees.
  • Vast experience with Sage 300 People System and additional systems – SAP, Oracle etc
  • Knowledge in maintaining payroll processes, and data entry management reporting.
  • An in-depth knowledge and experience in payroll calculations and processing.
  • Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing internal control, and payroll taxes.
  • Knowledge of South African legislation relating to payroll.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Planning and organising skills.
  • Conflict management.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Computer skills.
  • Listening skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail skills.
  • Making rule-based and analytical decision skills.
  • Project management skills.
 
Responsibilities
Legal and Governance Requirements:
  • Basic Conditions of Employment Act
  • Labour Relations Act
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Companies Act
  • Corporate Governance
  • Financial reporting standards
  • Income Tax Act
Payroll Management:
  • Oversee all payroll activities, including the month-end process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
  • Ensure payroll procedures are fully defined, meet best practices, and that the department adheres to these practices.
  • Facilitate the generation of continual improvement processes and quality standards within the Payroll Department.
  • Ensure costs are allocated correctly to each cost centre on the payroll system.
  • Load payments onto the banking system and manage the first release.
  • Facilitate payroll audits, ensuring the efficient provision of information to auditors.
  • Prepare accurate and timely reports as requested by management.
  • Provide management with key statistics, trends, and recommendations.
  • Prepare bonuses and increase schedules.
  • Advise on any anomalies.
  • Compile documents for presentation for EXCO.
  • Initiate salary scenario costing for planned initiatives.
  • Management of the CTC tool for all CTC staff packages including offers package and annual salary review updates.
  • Tax definition screen error correction on the system which has an impact on tax calculations.
  • Imports Kms claim/ S&T debtors) and corrections from Great Plains.
  • Correction of errors on the General ledger on cost codes, etc.
  • Prepare dummy payslips for employee offers when required.
  • Creation of ACB file for payment and/or stop employee record on ACB file on request.
  • Advance/rejection payments signoff for payment in Finance.
  • Assist with input when salaries were stopped on ACB, or money received back to do correct reversal transaction on the system
  • Assist with STATS SA reports.
  • Closing payrolls during variance periods and doing rollovers every month.
Business Processes:
  • Update and maintain relevant payroll policies and procedures.
  • Ensure internal controls are in place to manage risks.
  • Support the business by providing accurate salary information during wage negotiations.
Employee Benefits
  • Administer all company benefit plans.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payments to Retirement Funds and Medical Aid and reconcile statements.
Reports:
  • Prepare accurate and timely reports as requested by management.
  • Provide management with key statistics, trends, and recommendations.
  • Prepare bonuses and increase schedules.
  • Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, disability, and non-taxable wages.
  • Prepare annual leave reports and manage annual leave appropriately.
  • Research and analyse discrepancies and process appropriate corrections.
Statutory Compliance:
  • Meet statutory deadlines and requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements to prevent legal losses.
  • Submit pension returns, PAYE, SDL, and UIF returns correctly and on time.
  • Prepare and submit statutory returns for Workman’s Compensation.
  • Provide tax-efficient remuneration structures per SARS regulations.
  • Advise on salary or tax-related benefits.
  • Monthly EMP201 and Bi-annual submission to SARS.
  • ITA88 employee SARS penalties – Requesting it from SARS and processing it in the system for deduction.
  • Tax Directive application from SARS and processing on the system.
  • IRP5 run and submission to SARS – error correction on system/queries from Employees on tax returns / IRP5.
 
 
Salary R641,921.99 – R1,052,446.50
 
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 Management
 
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 3-month period)
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date 21 August 2024