Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AT INTAKA ISLAND!

Position:

Junior Lock up Ranger / Skipper

Century City, Cape Town

Are you passionate about nature, conservation, and people? Intaka Island -- the green heart of Century City -- is looking for an enthusiastic

Junior Ranger / Skipper

to join our dynamic environmental team!

What You'll Do

As a Junior Lock up Ranger / Skipper, you'll play a vital role in connecting visitors to nature by:

Leading

guided tours

of Intaka Island and the Century City Canals. Welcoming guests, handling enquiries, and managing reception duties. Supporting the

environmental education programme

and assisting with learning materials. Helping with the

upkeep of the Eco-Centre

and beautiful natural surroundings.

Skippering ferries

safely and ensuring compliance with boating regulations. Conducting

bird counts

, wetland maintenance, and reporting activities. Assisting with

venue setup

and environmental division functions.

What We're Looking For

If you have a love for the environment, a flair for guiding, and a commitment to great service, we'd love to meet you!

Minimum Requirements:

Fluent in

English

(Afrikaans an advantage)

South African citizen

with a valid ID Willing and able to: Work

shifts

(07h30-19h00, including some weekends)

Travel

to and from work independently

Undergo training

in various skills Perform

lock-up duties.

Keen interest in

tour guiding

and conservation

Competencies:

? Initiative & self-motivation
? Excellent communication and customer service skills
? Friendly, reliable, and adaptable
? Team player with good time management
? Professional and neat appearance
? Desire to grow and learn new skills

Why Join Us?

At Intaka Island, every day is an adventure -- from guiding visitors through wetlands teeming with birdlife to ferrying guests along scenic canals. You'll gain valuable experience in eco-tourism, education, and environmental management, while being part of a passionate, supportive team.

To Apply:

Send your CV and a brief motivation letter to mckyla@intaka.co.za

Closing Date:

7 November 2025

Come make a difference -- one tour, one visitor, one bird count at a time.

Be part of nature. Be part of Intaka Island.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person