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Field Guide (Re-advertisement)

A vacancy currently exists for a Field Guide at Addo Elephant National Park in the Tourism Department. The successful candidate will report to the Activity Coordinator. Successful candidate will be required to provide own transport and accommodation as the park does not have staff accommodation.

Location

Addo Elephant National Park

Requirements

  • Grade 12 certificate (Std 10) required or equivalent ‘
  • FGASA Nature Site Guide/ Trails Guide NQF 4 or equivalent’
  • Registration with DEAT to act as a nature guide.
  • Valid code C1 driver’s license with PDP
  • Sound knowledge of fauna and flora of the area.
  • Sound knowledge of stargazing.
  • Proficiency in two languages (including English) is essential.
  • Valid First Aid Certificate level 1.
  • 2-3 years’ experience as a field guide.
  • Ability to do long and extended game drives and walks under unfavourable conditions.
  • Candidate should be willing to complete a Practical Exam as part of their interview

Added Advantage:

  • First Aid Level 2.
  • Trails Guide Dangerous Game Area.
  • FGASA Tracker Certificate.
  • National Certificate / NQF Level 4 in Environmental Management/ Conservation/ Tourism/ Natural Resources Management.

Responsibilities

  • Activities (game drives and guided walks, etc) to enhance guest experience of Addo Elephant National Park.
  • Selling and promoting of the activities to guests
  • Assisting with any other events in the park.
  • Compiling and completing of vehicle Log Sheets, attendance registers and other admin duties.
  • Maintenance of equipment and game drive vehicles.
  • Assist with interpretive services to guests/schools or during events.
  • Assisting with duty drives and escorting of visitors.
  • The successful candidate will be required to pass the Addo Game Guide exams.
  • Ad-Hoc duties as per instruction of line manager.

Please Note

The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson B3 job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Services of SANParks.

Appointment will be in accordance with EE plan targets.

SANParks is an equal opportunity employer. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment. South African citizens will receive priority unless otherwise specified.

Paterson Grade

B3

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Documents Required

A Cover letter, CV, certified copies of ID and relevant qualifications to be submitted to the following address:

Use the following reference number on your application: AENP/A184

Application will only be completed when you have applied through the link: https://forms.office.com/r/SMF0q58yM8

and have submitted your all-relevant documents to the following email address: [email protected]

ATT: Ilze Jonker

Human Resource Department

Addo Elephant National Park

PO Box 52

Addo

6105

Fax: 0867300793

If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Closing Date

21 May 2026