Trainee Space Weather Forecaster

Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to: Incumbents will work shifts (day and night on rotation) 1. Monitoring and issuing space weather forecasts. In so doing he/she ensures that a significant part of fulfilling the offices mandate, which is to: provide SW forecasting services to all clients that may require this service promote the company brand within the region at various organized activities such as presentations and exhibitions publish space weather-related reports related to the improvement of space weather process and process elements, where necessary assist with Trend forecasts, and verification. 2. Troubleshooting and complex problem-solving of technical problems 3. Support activities such as: Forecast briefings which occur at the start of shifts, and at specified times between forecasting offices Monthly operating reviews at Space Weather Forum Development and testing of new products and services Training of clients on applications The ideal candidate must have: Minimum Qualifications for a level 1 Trainee forecaster: BSc Honours in Meteorology & Climate Science, Space Science, or Physics Advantageous Qualifications: Post grad Certificate in forecasting Additional Training to be provided: Post grad Certificate in forecasting Space Weather forecasting methodology Experience: 1 2 Years weather related forecasting would be an advantage Minimum Qualifications for a level 2 Trainee forecaster: MSc. in Space Science, Meteorology & Climate Science, Physics, Physics & Mathematics, Physics & Computer Science or Physics & Statistics Advantageous Qualifications: Post grad Certificate in forecasting Additional Training to be provided: Post grad Certificate in forecasting Space Weather forecasting Experience: 1 2 Years weather related forecasting would be an advantage Additional Requirements: Drive, ambition and energy are essential Inter-personal skills such as ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels, and manage customer queries Initiative, and attention to detail Understanding of a customer centric approach Incumbents should be motivated to develop their skills and be passionate about science applications Willingness to be vetted for security clearance

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA

Posted Date: 9/5/2025