October 18, 2024

CapeNature

Heidelberg

OTHER

Maintenance Assistant (Level 2), Grootvadersboch Nature Reserve

Cape Nature seeks a qualified and experienced individual for the maintenance of the facilities and other infrastructure at Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve near Heidelberg.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintenance of reserve tourism infrastructure and equipment.

Conduct routine and emergency repairs and maintenance as per standards.
Assist with basic servicing and maintenance of all buildings, stores and equipment including cleaning.
Assist with record keeping and control of stock and assets.
Prepare maintenance schedules and maintain registers/checklists
Monitor and respond to visitor feedback register.
Conduct weekly inspections of the service schedule.
Quality inspections of contract work.
Management of stores, tools and supplies.
Assist with terrain, footpath, hiking trails and road maintenance.

Assist with conservation management field tasks.

Erecting and maintenance of fences
Construction and maintenance of fire breaks
Combat erosion and perform rehabilitation work
Control of alien vegetation
Perform fire suppression activities
Assist in baboon management and monitoring.
Conduct waste management and recycling duties.

Assist and perform Legal Compliance, Quality Assurance

Assist with management and supervision of supporting EPWP contract staff.
Vehicle fleet management and administration.
Adhere OHS compliance, completion of relevant checklists and monthly meeting attendance.
Source quotations in compliance of SCM policy.
Draw up specification for goods as necessary.

Assist with other tourism duties.

Provide and promote efficient and friendly customer service.
As and when required, assist the Tourism Liaison Officer in the performance of his/her duties.
Conduct visitor briefings and debriefings when required.
Conduct standby duties afterhours and over weekends

Basic administrative duties.

Filling in and curation of maintenance registers, log sheets, stock and asset control documents
Assist with office administrative duties.
Vehicle fleet management and administration.
Assist with the control and management of infrastructure, assets and inventory.

REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12
At least two years job-related experience.
A valid driver’s license.
Physical ability to perform maintenance assistant duties.
Interest in working in the natural environment.
No criminal record.
Willingness to work weekend shifts and irregular hours.
Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Internet use).
Knowledge and experience of repair and maintenance of infrastructure.

Competencies

Willingness to work weekend shifts and irregular hours.
Ability to work under pressure and cope with stress.
Physical ability to perform conservation assistant duties. (including Firefighting)
Knowledge and experience in working in administration, tourism, and maintenance of infrastructure & equipment.
Ability to function independently and within a team.
Time management skills
Communication skills
Problem solving skills.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Driver’s license with at least two years driving experience, particularly 4X4 driving experience.
Artisan training to perform related repairs and maintenance tasks.
Experience in tool maintenance, with accredited certificates.
Power-tool maintenance experience.
Storage management experience.

AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY:

24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle;
Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for Cape Nature employees;
Staff discounts of up to 50% on Cape Nature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape;
Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal Cape Nature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines;
Free access to Cape Nature’s Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and
The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future.

Note. This position is based at Grootvadersbosch NR, and successful candidate will be required to live on site in provided subsidized staff accommodation.

Kindly Note: Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

Apply online at https://capenature.simplify.hr/
Closing date: