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Sedgefield, South Africa

• Participate in annual research expeditions covering 200-300km on foot recording plastic pollution since 2021.• Removal of discarding fishing equipment, by freediving rom local reefs to improve restore functionality and productivity of reefs and to decrease incidents of ghost fishing.• Co-ordinate and participate in community litter clean-ups.• Respond to marine stranding incidents and serve as drop off and first responder in the turtle rescue network established with Two Oceans… Show more • Participate in annual research expeditions covering 200-300km on foot recording plastic pollution since 2021.• Removal of discarding fishing equipment, by freediving rom local reefs to improve restore functionality and productivity of reefs and to decrease incidents of ghost fishing.• Co-ordinate and participate in community litter clean-ups.• Respond to marine stranding incidents and serve as drop off and first responder in the turtle rescue network established with Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation. Show less

Wilderness, South Africa

• Completed 12 years sea going experience.• Achieved Category B SAMSA endorsed Skipper trained in sea rescue operations, search patterns, navigation, surf launching and emergency procedures.• Appointed as Surf Rescue Swimmer tasked as initial responder directly to scene to secure casualty in a wide variety of scenarios ranging from operating in the surf zone, off rocks, swimming to casualty vessels to secure for towing. Recovering of bodies.• Helicopter Rescue Swimmer. Trained to… Show more • Completed 12 years sea going experience.• Achieved Category B SAMSA endorsed Skipper trained in sea rescue operations, search patterns, navigation, surf launching and emergency procedures.• Appointed as Surf Rescue Swimmer tasked as initial responder directly to scene to secure casualty in a wide variety of scenarios ranging from operating in the surf zone, off rocks, swimming to casualty vessels to secure for towing. Recovering of bodies.• Helicopter Rescue Swimmer. Trained to operate and deploy from helicopters with specific training and experience on a Agusta Westland 119Ke Rotor Wing (single engine).• Training and mentoring of new recruits, through structured training programmes and scenario based training.• Leading and coordinating rescue operations as duty coxswain.• Implementation of preventive and drowning prevention initiatives. Show less

South Africa

Managed 10,000ha of Garden Route National Park, overseeing diverse ecosystems that include mountain catchments, forests, estuaries, and coastline.• Implementation of Protected Area and Operational Management Plans within set budgets and timelines, overseeing infrastructure, trails, and integrated fire management programs.• Led visitor safety initiatives and coordinated rescue operations, resulting in enhanced safety measures and partnerships with organizations.• Managed human… Show more Managed 10,000ha of Garden Route National Park, overseeing diverse ecosystems that include mountain catchments, forests, estuaries, and coastline.• Implementation of Protected Area and Operational Management Plans within set budgets and timelines, overseeing infrastructure, trails, and integrated fire management programs.• Led visitor safety initiatives and coordinated rescue operations, resulting in enhanced safety measures and partnerships with organizations.• Managed human resources, mentoring staff and establishing a ranger exchange program, leading • to six promotions.Enforced environmental legislation, anti-poaching efforts, and fishing regulations, increasing compliance and protecting ecological infrastructure and resources.• Established strategic partnerships with private and state departments, participated in disaster management structures, and managed buffer zones to influence conservation outcomes and expand protected areas. Show less

Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa

•Strategic operational management of Expanded Publics Works Program Projects implementing environmental management programs that create jobs.• Increased Project Budgets from R5.7 million in 2005 to R11.7 million in 2007 through proven ability to deliver with a total of 780 jobs created. • Monitoring quality control and production control of invasive plant clearing, restoration operations.• Coordinating and mentoring Project Managers to meet project deliverables and targets.•… Show more •Strategic operational management of Expanded Publics Works Program Projects implementing environmental management programs that create jobs.• Increased Project Budgets from R5.7 million in 2005 to R11.7 million in 2007 through proven ability to deliver with a total of 780 jobs created. • Monitoring quality control and production control of invasive plant clearing, restoration operations.• Coordinating and mentoring Project Managers to meet project deliverables and targets.• Ensuring compliance with internal standards, legislative standards and funding and donor organization requirements. Show less

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

• Implementation of GEF Funded and Working for Water alien clearing projects.• Implementation support for integrated fire management, game management and research projects.• Monitoring quality control and production control of invasive plant clearing, restoration operations.

Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve

• Implementation of Working for Water alien clearing projects.• Implementation support with fire management, game management and research projects.• Management of Government Vehicle Fleet.

• Assistance with implementation of ISO 14 000 environmental management systems.• Involvement in Biodiversity and Coastal Zone Strategies development.• Assisted in the development of an Invasive Alien Vegetation Management Programme for City of Cape Town.• Supported the development of Sustainable Coastal Management plans, based on EMP and EMS principles, for the City of Cape Town.

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Environmental Science

Diploma, Business Management And Marketing