Carbon Science Technician

LANGUAGES:

Fluent in Afrikaans and English

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation, Agriculture, Botany, Rangeland Science, or a related environmental field.

Sayari Earth is a technology- and impact-driven nature-based carbon removals project developer working globally. We work in partnership with landowners and communities to restore land, improve farm resilience, and support sustainable livelihoods through practical land management, conservation activities, and high-integrity carbon project development.

Sayari Earth is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Carbon Science Technician to support field-based carbon, vegetation, and land monitoring activities across the Karoo Sustainable Landscapes Program.

This is a field-based technical role suited to an early-career professional with a degree in ecology, environmental science, conservation, agriculture, or a related field. The role will involve soil sampling, Vegetation Condition Assessments, field data collection, farmer interaction, and support to Sayari Earth’s science, project, and engagement teams.

The Carbon Science Technician will play an important role in ensuring that field data is collected accurately, consistently, and in line with project protocols. The successful candidate will also assist with farmer engagement from time to time and should be comfortable building respectful working relationships within Karoo farming communities.

We are looking for someone who is practical, professional, eager to learn, and confident working outdoors in rural environments. The ideal candidate will be based in Graaff-Reinet or Beaufort West, fluent in Afrikaans and English, and able to engage comfortably and respectfully with farmers, landowners, field teams, and internal project staff.

• Conduct soil sampling according to project protocols and quality standards.
• Assist with Vegetation Condition Assessments and other ecological field assessments.
• Collect, record, and organise field data accurately and consistently.
• Support carbon, vegetation, and land monitoring activities across project sites.
• Assist with basic field measurements, site observations, photographic records, and GPS-based data collection.
• Ensure all field forms, digital records, and supporting documentation are completed correctly and submitted on time.

• Support the planning and implementation of VCAs on partner farms.
• Assist with identifying vegetation indicators, veld condition observations, and site‑specific ecological notes.
• Capture relevant field information to support monitoring, reporting, and project decision‑making.
• Work closely with the science and project teams to ensure that VCA data is complete, accurate, and usable.

• Engage respectfully and professionally with farmers, landowners, and farm representatives during field visits.
• Assist with farmer communication and engagement activities where required.
• Support the coordination of field visits, site access, and practical arrangements with project teams and landowners.
• Communicate clearly with field teams regarding sampling plans, site requirements, and field observations.
• Help build trust and maintain positive working relationships within Karoo farming communities.

• Provide field updates to the science, project management, and land management teams.
• Assist with compiling field notes, progress updates, photographs, and data summaries.
• Support internal reporting by ensuring field information is organised, traceable, and complete.
• Flag field risks, access issues, data gaps, or unusual site observations to the relevant team members.
• Maintain strong attention to detail in all records, data sheets, and field documentation.

• Prepare, transport, and care for field equipment, sampling materials, and data collection tools.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental guidelines during fieldwork.
• Work responsibly in remote, rural, and semi‑arid environments.
• Maintain an organised approach to field logistics, equipment,…