Border Management Authority (BMA) Environment Specialist - Biosecurity Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Border Management Authority (BMA) is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the Constitution, operating alongside the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) as per the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020.

The BMA is inviting qualified candidates to apply for the Environment Specialist - Biosecurity position, based in Centurion. This role is crucial in safeguarding South Africa from biosecurity threats at its Ports of Entry.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Natural / Biological Sciences / Environmental Management / Environmental Law or a similar field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a specialist role within Alien and Invasive Species (Biosecurity) management.
• Proven knowledge and practical application of biosecurity measures, including the inspection and management of alien and invasive species at Ports of Entry.
• Ability to identify and assess emerging Alien and Invasive Species (AIS) threats, potential pathways of introduction and spread, and relevant national and international biosecurity trends.
• Demonstrated experience working at a Port of Entry.
• Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Will be required to travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and improve standards related to goods presenting as biosecurity threats at the Ports of Entry.
• Conduct horizon scans for emerging biosecurity threats to South Africa.
• Provide inputs into biosecurity capacity building programmes.
• Assist with biosecurity project support.
• Provide technical support and advice to the Environment division within the BMA.
• Ensure data management, monitoring and evaluation, and research for the effective provision of Environment biosecurity management in the BMA.
• Perform data analysis of port biosecurity interventions.
• Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for expectations management, knowledge sharing, and integration.
• Attend industry-related forums, conferences, and workshops to gain insight for business improvement.
• Support the implementation of timeous communication on relevant information and legislation to the Ports of Entry.
• Represent and participate in the BMA’s committees and task teams.
• Support advocacy activities on environmental-related matters by engaging and collaborating with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in facilitating stakeholder liaison engagements.
• Provide technical inputs into the Operational Risk Register (AOP).
• Support the development and review of biosecurity risk profiles.
• Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online by following these steps:

• Visit the official application portal: https://bmajobs.mcidirecthire.com/Vacancy/Application?parameters=q4%2F37VDQTFWXnK7wNIeCPXSSDKXnWD7igt3jVxtUKjFSl3qpheANIMRC6u6Oo9kBltkVJeTQtLfIIVf3AveK9%2F8Qqx4lK%2Bgs4%2BxGnAv%2BL5l3ypoU40BmxZ15QdL7odPNt6660rnFVAw6d4E8e0nR9O6G88nXG6TgfPs9Ql%2FdQ6ajvbekyArtPof3dQKiP91cBUZ6hxZHLW7k3Djyh7GRzbBk2mK3JNXJ%2F0pCZRTbV3M%3D
• Follow the instructions on the portal to complete your application.

The deadline for applications is September 9, 2026, at 23:59:59.