Fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027
An opportunity is available for supervisor participants to participate in a short-term programme focusing on garden maintenance and environmental support. The programme is implemented by South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI).
The successful candidates must be willing to work independently as well as in a team. Preference will be given to applicants in possession of the following qualifications: Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Nature Conservation. Some experience in supervising a team will be an added advantage. Applicants must be S.A Citizens and reside within the local municipality where the garden is based (proof of residence required i.e. letter from the ward committee/traditional authority or utility bill). An applicant must be physically and medically fit to do manual labour.
Key responsibilities
Among other duties, the successful candidates will be expected to perform manual labour including:
- Supervision of the unskilled and skilled labour
- Managing workflows
- Reports on project progress
- Ensuring compliances to safety
- Resolves team disputes
| Garden | Reference number | Number of positions | Application delivery address and contact details
08h00 – 16h00 Weekdays |
| Harold Porter National Botanical Garden | FGP/HPNBG/2026 | 2 | Harold Porter National Botanical Garden, Cnr Clarence Drive & Broadwith Road, Betty’s Bay
Ms Berenice Carolus, (0) 28 272 9311 |
| Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden | FGP/KDNBG/2026 | 2 | Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, Roux Road, Panorama, Worcester, 6849
Mr Thabang Makola, (0)23 347 0785 |
| Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden | FGP/KNBG/2026 | 5 | Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735
Mr Werner Voigt, (0)21 799 8783 |
To apply for the positions:
1) Complete and submit the the SANBI application form (obtainable from our Garden Offices) accompanied by a two-page CV via e-mail to epwp@sanbi.org.za or post/hand deliver your application the address listed above.
2) Use the correct reference number to the position applying for.
Failure to submit the requested information may result in your application not being considered.
In line with the EPWP, the position aims to target women, youth and disabled persons. SANBI reserves the right not to fill these positions.
Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.
In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.
Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closes: Thursday, 30 April 2026
Time: 16:00
Remuneration: R250 per day
Location: Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape