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Skye Hasseriis

Geo-Environmental Scientist
Cape Town

Summary

As a recent graduate from Stellenbosch University, I have completed my honours in Geochemistry after earning a BSc in Earth Science: Geo-Environmental Science. My academic and professional aspirations reflect a profound commitment to environmental sustainability, with a focus on transitioning into fields such as sustainability, hydrogeology, environmental science, and renewable energy. Building on my solid background in leadership roles and a passion for collaboration in sustainable development, I am eager to gain practical experience or further my education to contribute meaningfully to a greener and more sustainable future.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Student Representative

Geological Society of South Africa (GSSA)
STELLENBOSCH
07.2024 - Current
  • Elected as the student representative for the GSSA - Western Cape Branch at the 2024 AGM
  • My responsibilities include: communication link between university students and the GSSA; speak on behalf of students in meetings and gatherings; promote student engagement at GSSA-run events; participate and organise events for industry professionals and students

Chair of the ESSS

Earth Science Department
STELLENBOSCH
01.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Stellenbosch University
  • The Earth Science Student Society (ESSS) is a departmental student society
  • Our aims are to facilitate engagement between lecturers, industry professionals and students
  • My main roles include: overseeing the running of the society, organising and hosting meetings, team management, email correspondence, event management, public speaking/announcements, event organising
  • Stellenbosch University

Geology Field Assistant

GEOSS
08.2024 - 09.2024

Provided support when conducting geophysical surveys as part of a larger hydrological study. Much of this included the set up of resistivity lines as well as soil depth measurements across site, using augurs.

Vice-Chair of the ESSS

Earth Science Department
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: Stellenbosch University
  • My main roles included: minute taking, event organising, event management, student communication and social media management
  • Stellenbosch University

Demonstrator and Invigilator

Earth Science Department
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Company Overview: Stellenbosch University
  • Provide support to course convener by: facilitating practical sessions to provide academic support to students; grading students practicals and tests, and invigilating exams and tests
  • Stellenbosch University

Lift Operator

Copper Mountain Resort, POWDR Group
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Providing safe and efficient loading, transporting and unloading of all guests on the lift with strong and positive guest communication
  • In addition, conducted regular maintenance of the loading and unloading ramps, signage, barrier fencing, ropes and maze lines and regular snow and ice removal

Hostess

Various part-time & full-time roles
05.2019 - 09.2020
  • Hostess - Goods Way, London Venue Group (Jan 2020 - Sept 2020)
  • Hostess/Receptionist - Redwood Pub, ETM Group (Oct 2019 - Jan 2020)
  • Team player/Ambassador/Team Leader - High Society (May 2019 - Jan 2020)

Education

BSc(Hons) - Earth Science (Geo-Environmental Science)

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch
01.2024 - 12.2024

BSc - Earth Science (Geo-Environmental)

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch
02.2021 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Howick High School
Howick
01.2018 - 12.2018

Skills

Public Speaking

Team Collaboration

Event Management

Research

Communication

Scientific Writing

Laboratory Experience

Computer Literacy

Microsoft Packages

Email Etiquette

Data Handling

Certification

Future17 SDG Challenge

Additional Involvement

Co-Organiser of the Earth Science Formal, Stellenbosch University, 2023-2024; Science Ambassador at Stellenbosch University, 2023; Class Representative 2021-2024.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/29/00
  • Driving License: Full

Timeline

Geology Field Assistant

GEOSS
08.2024 - 09.2024

Student Representative

Geological Society of South Africa (GSSA)
07.2024 - Current

Future17 SDG Challenge

05-2024

BSc(Hons) - Earth Science (Geo-Environmental Science)

Stellenbosch University
01.2024 - 12.2024

Chair of the ESSS

Earth Science Department
01.2024 - Current

Demonstrator and Invigilator

Earth Science Department
07.2023 - 11.2023

Vice-Chair of the ESSS

Earth Science Department
02.2023 - 12.2023

Lift Operator

Copper Mountain Resort, POWDR Group
11.2022 - 02.2023

Leadership Summit for Aspiring Leaders (LSAL)

11-2021

BSc - Earth Science (Geo-Environmental)

Stellenbosch University
02.2021 - 12.2023

Hostess

Various part-time & full-time roles
05.2019 - 09.2020

High School Diploma -

Howick High School
01.2018 - 12.2018
Skye HasseriisGeo-Environmental Scientist