Environmental Assessment Practitioner

Helderberg Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Cape Town seeks an Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAPASA Registered) to lead the Environmental Services Team. This role involves managing high-profile portfolios, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, and advancing innovation in environmental solutions. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree, minimum 4-5 years of experience in EIAs, and excellent leadership skills. The company offers a competitive monthly remuneration package.

Qualifications

• EAPASA registration is non-negotiable.
• Minimum of 4-5 years in the private sector on EIAs and ECO projects.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ES Team Project Portfolio and ensure deadlines are met.
• Lead and oversee EIA and ECO projects.
• Support recruitment and development of project staff.

Skills

Project management

Environmental auditing

Regenerative design principles

Team leadership

Education

Relevant Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Reference: SW005792-CL-1

Cape Town: My client, a recognised leader in environmental, green building and social intelligence consulting, is seeking an accomplished Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAPASA Registered – non negotiable) with proven expertise in managing complex, large-scale projects across South Africa, ideally in the renewable energy sector

Duties & Responsibilities

EAPASA REGISTRATION IS NON-NEGOTIABLE

Purpose of the Role: To provide leadership to the Environmental Services (ES) Team, ensuring quality delivery of projects, compliance with legislation, and strategic growth of services. The role is accountable for managing high-profile client portfolios, advancing innovation in environmental solutions, and enhancing the company’s reputation in the marketplace. The position also contributes to long-term organisational growth, client partnerships, and industry representation.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the ES Team Project Portfolio, ensuring deadlines, quality, deliverables, and budgets are met
• Lead Environmental Services, Bird & Bat Monitoring, and SDOD Teams
• Manage permitting and compliance processes for large-scale EIA and ECO projects
• Prepare proposals, tenders, scopes of work, and maintain company registrations on tender databases
• Drive efficiencies in operational processes, ensuring consistent improvement in systems and delivery
• Expand ecological assessments, monitoring services, and regenerative design approaches, while developing new service offerings
• Ensure compliance with NEMA and all relevant SEMAs, as well as international standards such as the Equator Principles
• Provide technical oversight on environmental auditing, environmental management programmes, and construction management
• Strengthen client relationships, ensuring professional management of complex projects with international clients
• Represent the company at industry forums such as IAIA, enhancing visibility and credibility in the sector
• Develop and deliver environmental training programmes to strengthen skills and knowledge
• Support recruitment, coaching, and development of project staff
• Provide operational and logistical support across company functions

Criteria

• Relevant Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or related discipline
• Professional registration with EAPASA (non-negotiable) as well as SACNASP registration preferred
• Minimum of 4–5 years’ successful private sector experience in EIAs and ECO projects, preferably in the renewable energy sector
• Solid understanding of NEMA and SEMAs, Equator Principles, and renewable energy project challenges and opportunities
• Demonstrated knowledge of regenerative design and sustainability principles
• Strong technical background in environmental auditing, environmental management programmes, and environmental construction management
• Proven project management ability, able to manage complex projects, timelines, and scenarios with precision
• Skilled in cost tracking, financial oversight, and fee proposal preparation
• Strong people management capability with the ability to inspire, lead, and influence teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Senior leadership mindset with the ability to align projects and decisions to long-term organisational growth
• Confident, diplomatic communicator, able to constructively challenge and support executive decision-making
• Commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, and delivery excellence
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability with uncompromising quality standards
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills; valid passport and ability to travel as required

Package & Remuneration

Monthly