SENIOR FORESTER

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Reference number: FOM49/2026
Salary: R413 001 per annum
Centre: Eastern Cape
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Forestry / Natural Resources Management or equivalent qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. A Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Forestry or relevant field. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Knowledge of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) and the National Veld and Forest Fires Act, 1998 (Act 101 of 1998) including other relevant legislations such as NEMA, NEMBA, CARA, Protected Areas Act, Public Services Act, PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of the forest and environmental management sector. Knowledge of PCI&S management Framework. People management and empowerment. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial Management. Project and Programme Management. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Facilitation and negotiation skills. Conflict management skills. Planning and organising skills. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under pressure and work long hours. Ability to work individually and in a team. A Valid Driving license and willingness to travel.

Duties

Render commercial activities in state forest plantations. Implement operational plans for the state forest plantations. Quality assure work rendered by services providers. Development of management plans. Assist in compiling and updating annual plans of operations. Plan and conduct physical verification for state forest plantations in the region. Monitor compliance with applicable business processes for management of state forest plantations. Prepare weekly and monthly reports. Implement the Audit Action Plan and keep record of evidence. Create jobs through Expanded Public Works Programme. Ensure protection of plantations from fires, livestock and pests. Assist with the implementation, enforcement and promotion of the National Forest Act (NFA), Conservation of Natural Resources Act (CARA) and National Veld Forest Fire Act (NVFFA). Administer forestry support services. Participate in stakeholder engagements. Conduct awareness campaigns. Management and supervision of employees.

Where to send your application

Email: Jobs-NW011@labour.gov.za

Enquiries

Eastern Cape Mr. S Klaas, at 060 973 8728

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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