CapeNature seeks a qualified and experienced individual for the maintenance of the facilities and other infrastructure at Gamkaberg Nature Reserve near Calitzdorp/Oudtshoorn.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintenance of reserve tourism infrastructure and equipment.

• Conduct routine and emergency repairs and maintenance as per standards.
• Report deficiencies on minor and major works required.
• 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 and road maintenance.

Assist in Integrated Catchment tasks

• Safe transportation of tools and teams to site.
• Operate firefighting equipment when required.

Perform related supervisory and administrative duties.

• Assist with management and supervision of supporting EPWP contract staff.
• Vehicle fleet management and administration.
• Adhere OHS compliance.
• 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 afterhour and over weekends

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.

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.
• Ability to function independently and within a team.

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