• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Senior Forester: Woodland and Indigenous Forest Management – Eastern Cape

Salary: R 397,116 per annum

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: National Certificate
Experience: 2 years
Location: Eastern Cape
Field: Agriculture/Agro-Allied

Requirements

  • National Diploma (NQF6) in Forestry/Nature Conservation or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in Indigenous Forest Management
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation: National Forests Act, National Veld Forest Fire Act, NEMA, NEMBA, PSA, PFMA
  • Proficiency in GIS techniques and Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Valid driver’s license required

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement infrastructure maintenance plans for forest roads, buildings, and boundary markers
  • Preserve forest biodiversity and rehabilitate degraded areas
  • Enforce National Forest Act and National Veld & Forest Fire Act regulations
  • Monitor endangered species and control invasive plants
  • Manage community relations and environmental awareness programs
  • Supervise staff and maintain forest security

Application Process

Submit applications through the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s official portal.

Application Deadline: 03 November 2025

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