Kitso Kevin Monametsi
Gaborone,Botswana
Summary
A highly motivated and versatile Environmental Geoscientist with a unique synthesis of hands-on SHER (Safety, Health, and Environmental Risk) field experience, specialized diamond industry knowledge, and advanced training in climate policy and groundwater governance. Demonstrated expertise in conducting detailed geological investigations, environmental compliance auditing, and risk mitigation within industrial settings. Proven ability to bridge deep technical earth science with practical sustainability frameworks to develop solutions for complex environmental challenges, particularly in the mining sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainee SHER Officer
Kerileng & Associates (PTY) Ltd.
10.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: (Structural-Civil Engineering Consultants)
- Conduct environmental audits and site inspections to ensure compliance with ISO 14001:2015 standards.
- Assist in developing and implementing waste management and pollution control initiatives.
- Support the delivery of safety training for employees and perform workplace hazard assessments.
- I have completed comprehensive training modules to enhance my proficiency in industry-specific software, resulting in more efficient project execution.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer
UNIK Construction Engineering (PTY) Ltd.
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and implemented effective hazard control measures on a major infrastructure project.
- Coordinated cross-functional safety awareness programs, ensuring compliance with stringent industrial safety standards.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer
High Rise Scaffolding (PTY) Ltd.
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: (Deployed at Morupule B Power Station)
- Gained direct, hands-on experience in industrial closure and environmental compliance processes, ensuring strict adherence to policies.
- Supervised safety protocols, conducted detailed site assessments, and implemented critical control measures in a high-risk environment.
- Facilitated daily toolbox talks and safety meetings, improving onsite compliance and awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Earth & Environmental Science
Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
Palapye11.2019
Skills
- Earth Science: Petrology & Mineralogy, Hydrogeology, Geochemistry, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Soil & Water Analysis, Climate Science
- SHER Management: Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Hazard Prevention, Waste Management, Pollution Control, OSHA Compliance, ISO Standards Implementation
- Geospatial & Field Tools: Geological Field Mapping, Borehole Logging & Analysis, GIS, Field Sampling Techniques
- Industry Knowledge: Diamond Value Chain, Mining Operations, Construction Safety, Power Plant EHS Protocols
- Research & Analysis: Scientific Writing, Data Analysis (Quantitative & Qualitative), Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement
- Critical thinking
- Customer relationship management
- Documentation and reporting
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Leadership qualities
Certification
- Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Botswana 2025 | Attendee & Participant | (Upcoming)
- 1st SADC-GMI Young Professionals Winter School | University of Zimbabwe | Jul-Aug 2025 Sponsored by SADC Groundwater Management Institute. Intensive training in Groundwater Governance, ESG, Vulnerability Mapping, and Field Sampling.
- Climate Governance, Diplomacy and Negotiations Leadership Program | Jul-Sep 2024
- Introduction to ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) | Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) | Feb 2023
- Essentials for Diamond Polishing | Harry Oppenheimer Diamond Training School | Apr 2025
- Essentials for Diamonds and Diamond Grading | Harry Oppenheimer Diamond Training School | Nov 2023
- ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems)
- ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems)
Languages
English (Fluent)
Setswana (Native)
Timeline
Trainee SHER Officer
Kerileng & Associates (PTY) Ltd.
10.2023 - Current
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer
UNIK Construction Engineering (PTY) Ltd.
02.2022 - 11.2022
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer
High Rise Scaffolding (PTY) Ltd.
05.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Earth & Environmental Science
Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
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