Dewet Ferreira

Disciplined and committed Advanced Field Ranger and K9 Handler with over four years of front-line experience in wildlife protection, anti-poaching operations, and field emergency response. Trained in firearms, tactical first aid, and advanced surveillance techniques, including drone use and night vision. Recognised for outstanding performance under pressure, including high-risk search-and-rescue, wildlife recovery, and critical incident response.

Passionate about conservation and skilled in working with diverse teams and communities.

ADVANCED FIELD RANGER & K9 HANDLER at LAPALALA WILDERNESS NATURE RESERVE, SOUTH AFRICA (CONTRACTED VIA SECRET EYE SURVEILLANCE CC, P&C SERVICES) (2021-07 – Present)

• Execute 24/7 anti-poaching patrols across diverse terrain using foot, vehicle, and drone-based surveillance.
• Maintain detailed reports of illegal activity and wildlife movement.
• Act as Shift Supervisor, overseeing daily team rosters, incident logging, and vehicle/equipment maintenance.
• Lead K9 logistics and operations: feeding, kennel hygiene, and training schedule adherence.
• Engage in search-and-rescue of missing persons and tracking of wounded or poached animals.
• Train and operate with night vision technology, radio comms, and tactical gear.
• Coordinate with reserve management and local stakeholders to protect endangered species, especially rhino and pangolin.

Advanced Wildland Firefighting (Level 1 & 2) in Wildland Firefighting – Kishugu Training Academy (2024)

Tactical First Aid (Level 3) in Tactical First Aid – ER24 Emergency Responder Academy (2023)

Stop the Bleed Trauma Training (Level 2) in Trauma Training – American College of Surgeons (2023)

Dog Handler Course (DH1 & DH2) in Dog Handling – Braveheart Academy (2022)

Advanced Field Ranger in Wildlife Management – Southern African Wildlife College (2022)

Ranger Medical Trauma Training (Level 1) in Medical Trauma Training – Wild Response – RAMP (2022)

National Skipper Licence (Category R) in Maritime – SAMSA – SA Maritime Authority (2021)

Security Grades E, D, C in Security – Mullin Security Training (2021)

National Senior Certificate in General Education – SACAI (NSC) (2019)