Job Description:
The primary responsibility of this role is to conduct operational bird and bat mortality monitoring at the specified wind facility. This contract is for 1 year with a possibility of extension.

 

Key tasks include:

• Conducting bird and bat mortality monitoring, searcher efficiency trials, and carcass persistence trials.

• Adhering to standardized protocols and maintaining detailed datasheets and observations.

• Working as part of a small field crew to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.

 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Senior Certificate (or NQF equivalent); higher education is preferred.

• Fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking); Afrikaans or other languages are advantageous.

• Valid Driver’s License.

• Basic knowledge of operating a camera and GPS.

• Mental and physical fitness, with the ability to walk long distances in rough terrain and all-weather conditions.

• Strong work ethic and honesty are essential.

 

Advantages:

• Interest in nature and conservation.

• Firefighting Certificate.

• First-Aid Certificate.

• Computer literacy (MS Excel & Word).

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Key Responsibilities:

 

Daily:

• Conduct searches in designated areas under turbines and powerlines for dead or injured birds and bats.

• Clocking of staff and conducting daily HSE meetings.

• Planning daily tasks and conducting PPE inspections.

• Performing risk assessments and toolbox talks.

• Reviewing baseline risk assessments.

• Ensuring daily targets are met.

• Implementing the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS).

 

Weekly:

• Ensuring weekly targets are achieved.

• Submitting weekly reports and checking GPS tracks.

• Monitoring property to prevent damages.

• Uploading weekly data and maintaining Health and Safety files.

 

Monthly:

• Attending monthly SHEQ meetings.

• Conducting monthly searcher efficiency trials

 

Application Process:
Submit your CV to vacanciestheladybirds@gmail.com by 5:00 pm on Thursday, 12 February 2026.