Job Description
As the Game Farm Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the welfare of game species in accordance with hunting regulations while optimising financial efficiency within the game farm.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
Ensure Compliance with Land Management Strategy for Leased Properties
Oversee relevant lease compliance and renewals and ensure that they are completed on time.
Manage and resolve rates, taxes, and Eskom account inquiries
Conduct regular inspections of properties under responsibility
Provide assistance with managing servitudes with farmers where required
Secure unimpeded access to land by preventing illegal settlements and managing land claims
Proactively identify illegal settlements and Liaise with Mineral, Property Rights & Permitting manager to address potential land claim risks to ensure secure and uninterrupted land use
Support the servitude rights related to grazing, hunting, and railway lines
Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders regarding estate matters and prospecting issues
Regularly engage with operational management and lessees for estate-related services
Handle prospecting issues, including managing disputes with farmers and determining compensation
Oversee the management of game species, breeding programs, and hunting activities
Oversee farm inspections, maintenance, and compliance with safety and environmental standards
Manage Effective Financial Management of the Game Farm
Drive compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing wildlife conservation and land management
Foster positive relationships with local communities and stakeholders
Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Nature Conservation, Environmental Sciences or similar relevant tertiary education (NQF Level 7)
Senior qualification in Wildlife management
Member of Wildlife Ranching and Rare Breeders Association would be advantageous
Postgraduate qualification in Wildlife Management, Agriculture (NQF Level 8) would be advantageous
Experience
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in game farm management
Demonstrable experience in hunting and weapon proficiency and knowledge
Experience in veld, flora and fauna and conservation would be advantageous
Experience in biodiversity and wildlife interventions would be advantageous
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