The South African National Parks (SANParks) invites interested and suitably qualified applicants to apply for two General Worker vacancies within Golden Gate Highlands National Park, based at the Gladstone Stables in the Conservation Department. The positions require candidates who are physically fit, able to communicate effectively in English, and experienced in stable operations, horse riding, chainsaw and brushcutter use. Additional competencies such as exposure to conservation work, firefighting, first aid, and knowledge of OHS standards will serve as strong advantages.
Position: General Worker (x2) – Gladstone Stables
Paterson Grade: A3
Location: Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Gladstone Section
Closing Date: 10 December 2025
The successful candidates will support daily stable functions, horse care, terrain maintenance, equipment upkeep, fire management activities, invasive plant control, and infrastructure maintenance across the park. Availability for weekend and public holiday duties is essential, and official accommodation will be provided within the park. Only applicants who meet all requirements and submit complete documentation will be considered.
2x General Workers
Two (2) x vacancies currently exist in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park: Gladstone Section, for a General Worker in the Conservation Department based at the Stables. The successful candidates will report to the Field Ranger Corporal.
Location
Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Requirements
- Grade 12 certificate (Std 10) required or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
- Proficiency in English (spoken, read, and written) as well as any additional language.
- Must be physically fit (fitness test to be conducted).
- Chainsaw and Brushcutter experience – attach certificate or competency.
- Experience in horse riding, working at a Stable and saddling horses.
Added Advantage
- Exposure to nature conservation related work (invasive plant clearing, integrated fire management that includes wildfire suppression, implementation of firebreaks, prescribed burns).
- Basic Firefighting Certificate.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act).
- Knowledge of Laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards relevant to the field.
- Certificate in Basic First Aid.
Responsibilities
- To assist in identifying and reporting horse-related ailments to the Stable Supervisors/Horse Handler.
- Assist with horse vaccinations, feeding, medical care and grooming when needed.
- General maintenance at the Stable and upkeep of terrain, gardens, cleanliness of the paddocks, clean/cut grass around the Stables and Offices.
- To ensure riding equipment – saddles and bridles are cleaned and maintained.
- Assist other Stables staff with Visitor outrides as needed.
- Assisting with erecting and maintaining fences.
- Assist on wildfire suppression, conducting prescribed burns and preparation of fire breaks.
- Assisting with soil erosion and invasive plant control.
- Infrastructure maintenance including buildings, hiking trails, and signage.
- To ensure a high level of OHS practices are applied.
Please Note
Official accommodation will be provided within the park.
The role requires availability for duties on a daily basis, weekends, and public holidays.
All applications that do not comply with the relevant requirements will be regarded as incomplete and will not be considered.
Paterson Grade
A3
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
A detailed CV with cover letter, and valid certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID and all qualifications obtained to:
South African National Parks
Attention: Hamilton Shirindza
Private Bag x 3
Clarens
9707
Email: Hamilton.Shirindza@sanparks.org
Alternatively: CV’s can be hand delivered to the HR Offices at Golden Gate Highlands National Park between 08h00 and 15h30.
NB: Only quote General Worker – Gladstone Stables in the subject line of your application.
Closing Date
10 December 2025