Garden Maintenance & Environmental Support Programme – South African National Biodiversity Institute | Fixed-Term Contract
Closing Date: Not specified
Location: Pretoria (National Zoological Garden) & Mokopane, Limpopo
Salary/Stipend: Not specified
Reference: FGP/NZG/2026 & FGP/MBCC/2026
Duration: Fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027
Programme Overview
An opportunity is available for skilled participants to take part in a short-term programme focusing on garden maintenance and environmental support.
The programme is implemented by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI).
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will perform manual labour, including:
- Chain saw operation
- Brush cutter operation
- Herbicides application
- Construction work (paving, painting, brick laying, etc.)
Working Hours:
- 08h00 – 16h00 (Weekdays)
Available Positions & Locations
National Zoological Garden
- Reference Number: FGP/NZG/2026
- Positions: 7
- Address: 232 Boom Street, Pretoria
- Contact Person: Mr Ishmael Khoza
- Tel: (012) 339 2700
Mokopane BCC (NZG)
- Reference Number: FGP/MBCC/2026
- Positions: 4
- Address: Thabo Mbeki Drive, Mokopane, Limpopo
- Contact Person: Mr Mark Howitt
- Tel: (074) 074 5879
Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must reside within the local municipality where the garden is based (proof of residence required)
- Physically and medically fit to perform manual labour
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience in any of the listed duties will be an advantage
Application Process
- Complete the SANBI application form (available at Garden Offices)
- Submit with:
- Two-page CV
- Submit application via:
- Email: epwp@sanbi.org.za
- Or post/hand deliver to the relevant address listed above
- Use the correct reference number for the position you are applying for
Important Notes
- Failure to submit required documents may result in disqualification
- Preference will be given to women, youth, and persons with disabilities (EPWP guidelines)
- SANBI reserves the right not to fill these positions
Additional Information
- Personal information will be processed for recruitment and verification purposes
- Background checks, qualification verification, and criminal record checks may be conducted
- Candidates must be available for interviews as scheduled by SANBI
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 30 days of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.