Civil Engineer - Environmental Compliance

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

On-site position in Nelspruit

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a conscientious Civil Engineer specialized in Environmental Compliance for an on-site role in Nelspruit. You will ensure civil projects meet environmental regulations and promote sustainable development across Mpumalanga.

Responsibilities include EIAs, mitigation planning, site monitoring, and liaising with regulators to maintain ecological integrity and compliant practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in environmental compliance or consulting for civil projects.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and permitting processes in South Africa.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and reporting.
• Strong understanding of ecological principles and sustainable development.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national and local environmental laws and regulations for civil projects.
• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor construction sites for environmental performance and adherence to permits.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans for projects.
• Liaise with environmental agencies, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on best practices for waste management, pollution control, and conservation during construction.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a conscientious Civil Engineer focused on Environmental Compliance to join their team in Nelspruit . You will ensure that all civil engineering projects adhere to environmental regulations and sustainability standards throughout the Mpumalanga region. This role is crucial for minimizing environmental impact and promoting responsible development practices. You will conduct assessments, develop mitigation plans, and oversee site activities to maintain ecological integrity while supporting necessary infrastructure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national and local environmental laws and regulations for civil projects.
• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor construction sites for environmental performance and adherence to permits.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans for projects.
• Liaise with environmental agencies, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on best practices for waste management, pollution control, and conservation during construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in environmental compliance or consulting for civil projects.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and permitting processes in South Africa.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and reporting.
• Strong understanding of ecological principles and sustainable development.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full-time, on-site position in Nelspruit .
• Health insurance and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for specialized environmental training.
• Work on projects contributing to sustainable development in Mpumalanga .