The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of Company wildlife management and conservation programs: The incumbent will work with Ecologists and Wildlife Conservationists. 

Key responsibilities will include:            

• Protecting employees and contractors in wildlife areas.
• Dealing with dangerous animals in the Plant and Operational areas.
• Daily checking of electric game fences.
• Daily monitoring of wildlife on Palabora’s property.
• Assisting with game capturing projects.
• Contractor induction.
• Assisting in management of conservation area and infrastructure in a sustainable manner.
• Studying, taking notes and reporting on natural happenings on Palabora’s property.
• Collecting samples and related information.
• Assisting with Palabora Copper wildlife management plan.

Intrinsic Qualities:

• Must have good communication skills.  
• Diligent and keen to learn.
• Must have high level of confidentiality.
• Perform all work within the framework of safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently on shifts and with minimal supervision.
• Must have good people skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a mining environment.
• Must have good anti-poaching and tracking skills.

Qualifications & Experience: 

• Matric
• Field Guide Association of South Africa (FGASA Level 1) minimum.
• National Diploma in Nature Conservation or equivalent (Advantageous)
• Snake handling certificate
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Off-road / 4x4 driving experience (Advantageous)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Big 5 environment with a Dangerous Game Viewing certificate.