Shark Spotter
Kouga Municipality · Eastern Cape
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Applicants are required to be in possession of the following
- A Surf Lifeguard Certificate or equivalent.
- Proof of Valid, Current Annual Retest for 2025/2026 season.
- Valid retest on application 25/26 and on starting duties a valid 26/27.
- Valid First Aid Level 2/3 Certificate advantageous
- Valid Skippers Licence advantageous
- Code B drivers Licence with PrDP advantageous
- A minimum of 1 years' professional Surf Lifeguard experience.
- Radio Operator Short Range certification advantageous
- Thorough knowledge of shark behaviour and marine life
- Supervisory Skills Training course or equivalent advantageous
- Fluent in at least two of the 3 official languages prevalent in the Kouga area.
The Shark Spotter duties will include but not limited to
- Continuously monitor and scan the ocean for sharks and other marine activity.
- Compile data on marine activity and shark sightings in the designated area.
- Following stipulated procedures relating to detection of marine or shark activity in the water, reporting and hoisting of relevant signal flags.
- Completing incident reports relating to shark attacks.
- Upholding the professional image of the Municipality including involvement in assisting with the retention of Blue Flag standards and status
Friday, 11 September 2026 at 12:00.