Maipfi Mmbi

Dedicated Earth Science professional with a Bachelor of Earth Sciences in Mining and Environmental Geology and proven experience in waste management systems. Currently serving as a Supervisor for Waste Management and Climate Change, I possess deep expertise in environmental legislative compliance, including NEMA and the Waste Act. I am highly motivated to transition into the hazardous waste sector, where I aim to combine my technical knowledge of waste disposal protocols with a rigorous commitment to environmental safety.

I am eager to contribute to operational excellence while furthering my specialized training in hazardous waste management.

Supervisor: Waste Management and Climate Change Ambassador at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) (2023-01 – Present)

• Oversee waste management initiatives and community-level environmental resilience programs.
• Monitor and audit waste disposal practices to ensure full compliance with national environmental legislation.
• Lead field assessments at illegal dumping hotspots, preparing detailed technical reports on environmental impacts and necessary remediation.
• Provide strategic advice to municipal authorities on sustainable disposal technologies and the implementation of environmental mandates.
• Facilitate community engagement campaigns focused on responsible waste segregation and reduction.

Waste Management and Climate Change Ambassador at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) (2023-01 – 2025-12)

• Conducted systematic field visits to identify and report on environmental hotspots.
• Participated in large-scale clean-up initiatives to restore environmental integrity in affected areas.

Bachelor of Earth Sciences in Mining and Environmental Geology – University of Venda (2023-12)

National Senior Certificate – Alfred Nngwedzeni Secondary School (2016-12)