South African National Parks (SANParks) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for 4 Skilled Environmental Monitor EPWP employment opportunities at Marakele National Park.
Job Application Closing Date: 07 October 2026
Job Location: Marakele National Park, Thabazimbi, Limpopo, South Africa
About the SANParks EPWP Opportunity
SANParks is offering four fixed-term EPWP opportunities for Skilled Environmental Monitors within the Technical Department at Marakele National Park.
The contracts will run until 31 March 2027.
Successful participants will be paid R311.00 per day in line with Expanded Public Works Programme rates.
Position Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | South African National Parks (SANParks) |
| Programme | Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) |
| Position | Skilled Environmental Monitor |
| Number of Posts | X4 |
| Department | Technical Department |
| Location | Marakele National Park |
| Contract End Date | 31 March 2027 |
| Wage | R311.00 per day |
| Closing Date | 07 October 2026 |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 Certificate.
- Between 1 and 2 years of practical experience in a maintenance environment.
- Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work under unfavourable conditions.
Added Advantages
The following will be advantageous:
- Technical training in:
- Plumbing
- Electrical work
- Carpentry
- Bricklaying
- Air conditioning
- Refrigeration
- A valid driver’s licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Assist physically with general maintenance work.
- Carry out general plumbing-related work.
- Assist with electrical maintenance.
- Perform carpentry-related work.
- Assist with civil works.
- Work according to predetermined quality and productivity standards.
- Conduct monthly material stock control.
- Clean and maintain the storeroom.
- Assist with routine maintenance of tourist buildings.
- Maintain staff accommodation facilities.
- Assist with maintenance of administrative and technical buildings.
- Support maintenance of roads and other civil infrastructure.
- Assist with maintenance of ablution facilities.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Preference
Preference will be given to:
- Applicants from neighbouring communities and municipalities.
- Persons with disabilities.
SANParks is committed to employment equity and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- A detailed CV.
- Certified copy of ID.
- Certified copy of the highest qualification obtained.
- Proof of residence.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by post, email or hand delivery.
Postal Address:
Marakele National Park
Human Capital Management
Attention: Ms Colisile Nkosi
PO Box 800
Thabazimbi
0380
Email: Marakele.Vacancies@sanparks.org
Telephone: (014) 777 1625
Alternatively, applications may be hand delivered to Marakele National Park.
Applicants should ensure that all required supporting documents are attached before submitting.
Closing Date: 07 October 2026
If you have not received a response within 14 days, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.
Meta Description
Apply for SANParks EPWP Skilled Environmental Monitor Jobs 2026 at Marakele National Park. Four posts are available at R311 per day. Applications close 07 October 2026.