Field Ranger – Spekboom Restoration Project

About the role

Join NatCarbon Africa’s Operations team as a Field Ranger on the Spekboom Restoration Project in the Eastern and Western Cape. You will protect and monitor wildlife, support ecological research, and help restore up to 100,000 hectares of degraded thicket biome.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols in assigned conservation areas.
• Perform fence checks and night‑time surveillance to secure protected zones.
• Assist in applying mitigation measures to prevent herbivory damage.
• Collect and record data on wildlife sightings, plant species and other ecological observations.
• Support wildlife surveys and ecological assessments for research projects.
• Maintain field equipment, vehicles and communication tools in good working order.
• Collaborate with conservation staff and attend meetings and training as required.

Required profile

• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in varied terrain.
• Experience or willingness to conduct wildlife monitoring and patrols.
• Ability to operate basic field equipment and vehicles safely.
• Attention to detail for accurate data collection and record‑keeping.
• Commitment to NatCarbon Africa’s conservation policies and procedures.

Required skills