INTRODUCTION
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is looking for a Forestry Service Aid: Woodlands Indigenous Forest Management to join its team, with the post located in KZN- Mzimkhulu Estate.
The advertised package is R144 024 a year. This post was published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, issued on 09 October 2026.
| Job title | Forestry Service Aid: Woodlands Indigenous Forest Management |
| Department | Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment |
| Reference number | BC16/2026 |
| Salary | R144 024 a year |
| Centre / location | KZN- Mzimkhulu Estate |
| Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Closing date | 26 October 2026 at 16:00 |
| Circular | PSV Circular 36 of 2026 |
ABOUT THE ROLE
The department is filling the position of Forestry Service Aid: Woodlands Indigenous Forest Management. Reference number: BC16/2026. Centre: KZN- Mzimkhulu Estate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to handle the following:
- Provide Silviculture functions within plantations and indigenous forests.
- Rehabilitate degraded sites.
- Conduct the marking of plots, counting and marking of trees, coppice reduction.
- Update the variety of registers regarding the aspects of work, planting, weeding/manual/chemical, maintain conservation zones, removal of alien species.
- Perform fire protection and suppression duties.
- Control pest/ weed infection, protect infrastructure.
- Infrastructure maintenance.
- Provide harvesting services: conduct log marking and pole measuring.
- Propagate plants and trees: conduct record keeping of plants/trees.
- Produce and process poles: cutting/drying/treatment of poles, provide support in selling poles.
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered, you should meet these requirements:
- Grade 9 or ABET Level 1 or 2 Certificate.
- Knowledge of planting, firefighting, coppice reduction Communication skills, interpersonal skills and listening skills.
- Planning and execution, Interpersonal relations, acceptance of responsibility, teamwork and self-discipline.
HOW TO APPLY
- Download the NEW Z83 form from the DPSA website and complete it in full.
- Prepare a detailed CV with your qualifications, experience and contact details.
- Write the reference number BC16/2026 on your application.
- Submit as instructed: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
- Make sure your application reaches the department by 26 October 2026 at 16:00.
Enquiries: Mr GW Mnguni at (066) 165 6908
Important notes:
- Use the new Z83 form with a detailed CV. Old forms may lead to disqualification.
- Only shortlisted candidates are asked for certified copies of ID and qualifications.
- Late applications are not considered, so submit before the closing time.
- If you hear nothing within three months of the closing date, treat the application as unsuccessful.
- Foreign qualifications must be supported by a SAQA evaluation report.
- Expect personnel suitability checks such as criminal, qualification and employment verification.
- Senior management posts require the SMS pre-entry certificate and extra assessments.
TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION
- Use the NEW Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021), sign and date it, and make sure every section is completed.
- Prepare certified copies of your ID, qualifications and proof of experience. Shortlisted candidates are usually asked for them.
- If you hold a foreign qualification, get a SAQA evaluation certificate ready before the interview stage.
- Keep your documents in one PDF where the department allows it, and check the file size limit before sending.
- If this is your first government application, read the DPSA guide on completing Z83 so you do not lose points on a simple form error.
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Always confirm details with the advertising department. OneCareer is not the employer and never charges for applying to a government post.