Field Assistants: Seabirds X2

Ref: OC34/2026

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or relevant qualification in Natural Science. 0–1-year experience required in Marion Island. Knowledge of environmental legislation. Public Service and Departmental procedures and prescripts. Experience in field surveys, research administration, data collection and management, bird’s identification & handling, disseminate information, report writing and recording. Must have good attention to detail and be meticulous in data collection and demonstrate experience to conduct scientific monitoring relating to seabirds to a high standard.

Duties

Undertake biological research, fieldwork and monitoring according to a workplan as devised by the project managers. Make day-to-day decisions about work priorities and fieldwork protocols. Maintain accurate records of the work and computer databases of the work. Regularly report to and update the project manager on progress of the project. The applicants must have determination, physical fitness and the ability to work under harsh environmental conditions subject to extremes of weather; a desire to work with animals, including handling of seabird adults and chicks, which require empathy for the birds. Successful applicants will spend a full year (April 2027 to May 2028) at Marion Island.

Note that there is no option to return before the end of the expedition, once you land at the island. The well-equipped new base station has full e-mail, fax and satellite telephone facilities.

Candidate Profile

The incumbent will execute duties at Marion Island Base and adhere to the health, safety and environmental requirements. Must be self-motivated and able to work at a remote place away from family and friends with minimal supervision s. Candidates must be punctual, dedicated, precise and be willing to work in a team, as well as on their own.

Screening Questions

Candidates will be required to answer the following questions when applying for this post.

• Do you have a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or relevant qualification in Natural Science.
• Do you have a minimum of 0–1-year experience required in Marion Island
• Do you have experience in field surveys, research administration, data collection and management, bird’s identification & handling, disseminate information, report writing and recording.

Job Details

• Office

• Division

• Type

• Duration

• Posts

1

• Salary

Level 6

R280 278 per annum, (an all-inclusive annual remuneration package)

• Opening

23 Oct 2026

• Closing

09 Nov 2026

Contact Person

Leshia Visagie

0824479302

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