Environmental and Social (E&S) Manager

Scatec; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Cape Town is seeking an Environmental & Social Manager to ensure compliance with environmental commitments across projects. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in environmental and social risk management, alongside strong project management skills and knowledge of international standards. This role offers an opportunity to work in a diverse and international environment with ambitious colleagues.

Benefits

Innovative working environment

Diverse and international team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of work experience with environmental and social risk management of infrastructure or energy projects.
• Experience in leading small teams and working with senior stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of international environmental and social standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Company’s Sustainability Policy.
• Lead development and coordination of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments.
• Support the execution of related project plans.

Skills

Environmental and social risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Knowledge of Equator Principles

Conflict resolution

Education

University degree in social science, biology, resource economics or environmental/climate science

Job description

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for an Environmental & Social Manager in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Environmental & Social Manager you will ensure that all Scatec projects deliver on their commitments and obligations in relation to environmental and social aspects. The position will predominantly focus on Sub Saharan Africa.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Company’s Sustainability Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Help ensure project compliance with the Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards and lead dialogue with project lenders with respect to E&S discipline matters.
• Lead development and coordination of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) and execution on Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAPs).
• Support appropriate execution of project related plans including but not limited to: Environmental and Social Management Plans, Stakeholder Engagement Plan, Ecological Management Plan, Occupational Health and Safety Plan, Waste Management Plan, Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan.
• Ensure implementation and monitoring of different environmental and social commitments and activities required for project compliance.
• Take the lead on initiating, developing, and implementing internal ESG projects across countries and business units.
• Perform site visits and participate in team meetings with partners as required
• Prepare presentation material and occasionally represent Scatec in external fora

Qualifications and competencies

• University degree within social science, biology, resource economics or environmental/climate science
• Minimum 3-5 years of work experience with environmental and social risk management of infrastructure or energy projects, preferably with site implementation experience from hydro, wind and/or solar developments in Sub Saharan Africa, overseeing projects from origination phase through construction and into operations phase
• Experience in project management, including leading small teams and working with senior stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of and practical experience working with international environmental and social standards including the Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, livelihood restoration, resettlement and management at different levels
• Experience in handling social conflicts
• Knowledge in field gathering information at all levels
• Experience from working abroad is an asset

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec\'s vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For this particular role we also expect

• Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative
• Organized and methodical
• Driven, always looking for ways to improve and having high aspirations for own work
• Solution-oriented and strong decision maker
• Excellent management, communication and team working skills
• High social and intercultural competence
• Capable of analysing complex problems
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, coordinate, execute, control and evaluate projects
• Ability to conduct Stakeholder Management Meetings and capable of presenting in front of an audience
• Good negotiation skills
• Ethical and moral integrity

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.