We are seeking an ambitious and hardworking Environmental Intern to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in environmental science and sustainability practices.
· Assist with wildlife monitoring and relation environmental research projects
· Records environmental activities, talks, mortality records, carrying capacities and citizen science projects
· Communicates with stakeholders regarding the introduction and relocation of wildlife species
· Support stakeholders, including wildlife vets, in tracking injured wildlife and participating in bushbuck capture and other wildlife activities.
· Provide wildlife camera footage to the communications department to share sightings with the community.
· Record species list and flag areas needing attention the environmental manager
· Facilitate species population counts, including chameleon transects and sweeps.
· Conduct programs to raise awareness about various habitats and their functions within the ecosystem
· Assists in updating environmental policies and standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
· Supports the environmental manager in maintaining carrying capacities to ensure environmental sustainability.
· Aids with setting up cat traps and related administrative tasks and with tree permit applications through DAFF for both the estate and residents
· Conduct per compliance audits
· Draft reports on sighting of endangered species on Simbithi, such as Pickersgill reed frog, spotted ground thrush and blue duiker.
· Perform any other ad hoc tasks in relation to the job
Minimum Requirements:
· Matric with Honours degree in Environmental Sciences
· MS Office proficiency
· Valid driver’s licence
Skills:
· Conflict resolution skills
· Customer service excellence
· Calm and courteous demeanour
Interested candidates may email their application with a covering note to careers@simbithi.com by no later than Thursday, 27 March 2025.
Simbithi Eco Estate is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
