Environmental Officer: Marion Island

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REF NO: OC33/2026 REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma in Environmental Sciences/Management/Conservation or relevant comparable qualification in Natural Sciences (NQF6) as recognised by SAQA. Minimum2 years’ experience required. Knowledge of Public Service and Departmental procedures and presc ripts and Environmental Legislation and experience in invasion ecology and plant identification. Must have the following skills: Adequate skills in computer use, report/professional writing, computer literacy, good interpersonal relations and diplomatic sk ills, relationship management, stakeholder engagement, presentation, research verbal and written communication skills. The incumbent must have the following competencies: teamwork, honesty and integrity, reliability, ability to gather and analyse information, ability to work individually and in a team, ability to walk in the field under extreme weather conditions and work under minimal supervision good interpersonal relations skills and ability to work under extreme pressure. Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict. NOTE: The incumbent will execute duties at a Sub/Antarctic Base and adhere to the health, safety and environmental requirements. The successful applicant will spend a full year (April 2027 to May 2028) at Marion Island. There is no option to return to South Africa before May 2028. The ability to work and live with small groups of people is thus essential. Although the base is well -equipped with e- mail, fax and satellite telephone facilities, the applicant has to be self-sufficient and self-motivated. The location may affect both the physical and mental well- being of the incumbent, their family and close relationships. Candidates must be physically fit, mentally strong and prepared for physically challenging and satisfying work. In addition, the successful candidates may often be called upon to work long hours in extreme conditions on duties unrelated to their function. Short -listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment. Appointment to these positions is subject to a rigorous medical examination as well as psychometric assessment, which will be arranged for at no cost to the applicants. DUTIES: Implement biosecurity measures and promote general environmental awareness. Implement the Alien Eradication Plan (plants, invertebrates and rodents) and the Prince Edwards Islands Management Plan and associated legislation. Monitor compliance to Environmental Authorisations issued under the EIA Regulations for activities at the Prince Edward Islands (PEIs). Ensure implementation of the SANAP Waste Management Handbook and undertake country clean-up activities. Ensure environmental compliance and auditing and compile monthly and annual ECO reports. Manage and conserve threats to environmental integrity and ecosystems. SALARY: R338 106 per annum, (plus 37% lieu in benefits) CENTRE: Marion Island ENQUIRIES: Ms D Kotsedi Tel No: (021) 493 7354 (Approximately Fifteen Months Contract)

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