Job Description

MalaMala Game Reserve is currently looking for a qualified and experienced PSIRA registered Anti- poaching Sergeant with a good work ethic to live amongst and manage Big 5 animal encounters. The successful incumbent will form part of a 6-week work and 2 weeks leave cycle.

Qualifications and Experience

Matric

Must Have PSIRA grade B

No criminal record and submit a Valid Police Clearance Certificate.

Must be in possession of a valid South African Driving License and PrDP

Must have at least two years' experience as an Anti-Poaching Sergeant or Corporal. (Accompanied by Team Leader Certification)

NQF Level 1

CITT Tracing Course or similar Certification is essential

Weapons competencies for business use are essential in three categories

Shotgun

Handgun

Self-loading Rifle

Must have a firm knowledge of bush craft (Animal behaviour, Navigation, Man and Animal Tracking)

Valid tracking experience and certification is beneficial.

First aid level 1

English literacy level: Must have an excellent command of the English language including reading, writing, and speaking.

Computer literacy (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is essential

Duties and Responsibilities

Following and adhering to all company and additional global Anti-Poaching policies. Be compliant in all Psira Regulated policies and adhere to Psira Code of Conduct Be compliant and familiar with the JMC Instrument policies on transboundary safety and security
traversing.

Work on rotational bases between Anti-Poaching camps on MalaMala Game Reserve. Due to the nature of the work and the high level of security awareness and restrictions, there will
be periods where the Sergeant will not be permitted to carry a personal cell phone or camera.

To work in team format and this includes all daily tasks. Report in his chain of command to the Anti-Poaching department corporal or Anti-Poaching
officer for all operational matters.

Assist the APU Officer in deployment tasks, response and logistical support to field teams. Be active during day patrols checking perimeters and stealth cameras, evening patrols will be
rotated between the sergeant and corporal daily.

The sergeant will be the relieve of the APU Officer in his absence in a supervisory role only Maintain a high level of cleanliness and tidiness as the environment can be hostile in the terms of
bacterial and viral medical conditions. (As required per PSIRA Grade E)
o General APU Sergeant roles
o Daily Roll Call
o Day/Night patrols. 24/7 standby (training and patrols)
o Daily Listening posts.
o Be prepared for regular inspections
o Ensuring overall cleanliness and upkeep
o Radio procedures
o APU vehicle control

Key Competencies

Be Pro-active and be a positive team player.

Strong work ethic and able to work long flexible hours.

Excellent communication skills

Be a hard-working, problem-solving, multi-tasker.

Must be flexible and adaptable to current change in operational capacity.

Must have a positive attitude.

Must be physical fit and have sober habits.

All relevant documentations mentioned in this document have to be in hand at the Interview. (ID Book/Card, Valid Psira certificate, Police Clearance, Any formal training certification and Weapon Competencies)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Deadline: 2025/06/27