Job title : Marine Field Ranger (Level 4), De Hoop Nature Reserve
Job Location : Western Cape,
Deadline : December 28, 2024
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RESPONSIBILITIES: Enhance biodiversity resilience through targeted ecosystem conservation and restoration initiatives The Protected Area is managed according to a management plan and prioritized action plans. Priority landscapes and seascapes are protected, restored and conserved. Implementation of the ecological matrix and implemented catchment strategy.
Priority ecological infrastructure areas are restored and protected. This includes: Estuarine management. Marine Protected Area management. Invasive alien plant control and Fire management.
Assist with protected area conservation in ways that address biodiversity loss The legal mandate is implemented through compliance and enforcement actions. Implementation of the Landscape Compliance plan through joint operations. Actions to improve the conservation status of priority species and ecosystems are implemented. Functional partnerships addressing biodiversity loss are developed and maintained.
Supervisory and Administrative duties. This includes: Supervision of EPWP teams. Daily, weekly, and monthly administration, including reporting. Assist with control and management of assets. Assist with the maintenance of infrastructure and equipment.
Promote the biodiversity economy and enhance biodiversity access Assist with contractor development and work opportunities through environmental programs (Integrated Catchment Management). Assist with natural resource projects such as the DFFE Fish Tag and Release project.
Advocate for behavioral change and promote voluntary compliance. Participate in local community involvement through Protected Area Advisory Forums and Estuary forums. Protected area ecological and human well-being is promoted through a landscape environmental interpretation and awareness plan. Assist with stakeholder engagement Maintain and develop partnerships. Implementation of the Landscape Compliance Plan through joint operations with other partners and law enforcement patrols.
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 corporate policies, strategies and standards.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience Grade 12 At least 3 years' experience with an emphasis on estuary, coastal and the marine environment. A valid driver's license with at least three years driving experience. A working knowledge of enforcement operations, the Integrated Coastal Management Act and the Marine Living Resources Act. A 15- Nautical mile skippers license with at least 3 years of proven experience. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, QGIS). Knowledge and experience in ecological monitoring and law enforcement. Knowledge and experience in Fire Fighting with Crew Boss level or higher qualification. Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. No criminal record.
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