Assistant Consultant - Environmental Planning and Advisory

WSP USA; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a vibrant Assistant Consultant to support their Durban Environmental team. The role involves engaging in environmental projects including assessments and compliance auditing, contributing to stakeholder engagement, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have relevant environmental degrees, experience, and strong report writing skills. The company promotes work-life balance and offers flexible arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive pay

Comprehensive medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years' experience in environmental consulting preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and converse in French preferred.
• Published papers are a strong preference.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Basic Assessments, EIA, Environmental Management Plans, and Compliance Auditing.
• Field work will be a significant part of the role.
• Participate in local and international projects as needed.

Skills

Experience in Basic Assessments

Environmental Impact Assessments

Environmental Management Plans

Compliance Auditing

Knowledge of South African environmental legislation

Technical report writing

Project management

Good organizational skills

Education

Honours or higher degree in a relevant environmental discipline

Masters degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a vibrant Assistant Consultant to join our Durban Environmental team. The candidate will support environmental projects, including environmental authorization procedures (Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Water Licensing, Waste Licensing, etc.), stakeholder engagement/public participation, and compliance auditing. The role also involves supporting other specialist teams such as air quality, water services, contaminated land, and geotechnical services as needed.

Health and Safety:

• Model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior, aligning with the company's health, safety, environmental, and quality policies.
• Assist in identifying SHEQ risks and driving processes towards Zero Harm.
• Promote and uphold the company's values, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.

Key Competencies and Skills:

• 1 to 5 years' experience in Basic Assessments, Environmental Impact Assessments, Environmental Management Plans, and Compliance Auditing projects.
• Experience in the renewable, industrial, or mining sectors.
• Good knowledge of South African environmental legislation.
• Understanding of broader environmental and social issues (air quality, waste management, ecological, social, etc.).
• Ability to travel within Sub-Saharan Africa if required.
• Technical report writing skills in fluent English.
• Project management skills.
• Proficient in computer use.
• Ability to work independently and pay attention to detail.
• Good organizational skills.

Strong preference will be given to candidates who:

• Can read, write, and converse in French.
• Have published papers.

Additional Information

WSP values work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements, competitive pay, comprehensive medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. We promote an inclusive culture that respects diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity.

Qualifications

• Honours or higher degree in a relevant environmental discipline; a Masters is preferred.
• 1 to 5 years' work experience in environmental consulting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Basic Assessments, EIA, Environmental Management Plans, and Compliance Auditing projects.
• Field work will be a significant part of the role.
• Participate in local and international projects as needed.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Ensure accountability for tasks and meet deadlines.