Marine Field Ranger (Level 4) - Dassen Island Nature Reserve

at  CapeNature

This position is suited to a dedicated conservationist who would like to contribute to the conservation of biodiversity through the implementation of long-term monitoring projects, facilitation and assistance to research, compliance monitoring and law enforcement as well as supervision of internal and external visitors at Dassen Island Nature Reserve.
The successful candidate will report to the Conservation Officer | Dassen Coastal Complex

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• At least 2 years of job-related experience with an emphasis on estuary, coastal or marine enforcement and anti-poaching fields
• Working knowledge of enforcement operations, operational plans and vessel-based operations.
• A valid EB driver’s license with proven ability to tow heavy loads.
• No criminal record.
• Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape

ASSUME OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITY PERTAINING TO PERFORMANCE, GOVERNANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT

• Compliance with relevant Occupational Health and Safety legislation, policies and standards in the workplace.
• Compliance with all corporate policies, strategies and standards
• Provide supervision to all visiting researchers, film crews, volunteers, contractors and visiting staff.
• Perform Environmental Control Officer (ECO) duties during all filming and maintenance or construction work.
• Respond to all queries regarding Dassen Island and educate general public (Illegal landings – sensitivity awareness).