Mine Environmental Officer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Conservation initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Mine Environmental Officer in Kimberley to ensure mining operations comply with environmental legislation and company policies. The role focuses on monitoring environmental impacts, implementing mitigation strategies, and promoting sustainable practices throughout the mining lifecycle.

You will monitor water/air quality, manage waste programs, conduct impact assessments, and liaise with regulatory bodies and local communities to uphold environmental stewardship and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of environmental management experience in mining.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and permits.
• Experience with monitoring, impact assessment, and reporting.
• Proficiency in environmental management systems and software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor parameters like water/air quality, noise, and rehabilitation progress.
• Ensure compliance with permits, licenses and applicable legislation.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans and procedures.
• Conduct ESIA/audits for mining activities.
• Oversee waste management and pollution control at the mine.
• Engage regulators, stakeholders, and local communities on environmental matters.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Environmental legislation knowledge

Communication

Environmental management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Mine Environmental Officer to join their team in Kimberley . This role is critical for ensuring that all mining operations comply with environmental legislation and company policies. You will be responsible for monitoring environmental impacts, implementing mitigation strategies, and promoting sustainable practices throughout the mining lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to responsible mining in the Northern Cape, working within a company that values environmental stewardship and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor environmental parameters such as water quality, air quality, noise levels, and rehabilitation progress.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, licenses, and relevant legislation.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans and procedures.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and audits for mining activities.
• Manage waste management and pollution control programs at the mine site.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, stakeholders, and local communities on environmental matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental management within the mining industry .
• Strong knowledge of South African environmental legislation (e.g., NEMA, MPRDA).
• Experience in environmental monitoring, impact assessment, and reporting.
• Proficiency in environmental management systems and software.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on significant mining projects in Kimberley .
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive work environment committed to sustainable mining practices.
• Contribution to environmental protection and conservation efforts.