Environmental Chemical Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Chemical Engineer to join our client’s team in Mahikeng on-site. You will design, implement and monitor systems for wastewater, emissions and water usage, ensuring regulatory compliance and sustainable practices across facilities.

With a minimum of 5 years in environmental/chemical process engineering, you will work with operations to minimize environmental footprint and drive pollution prevention, reporting to management and ensuring permits are up to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental engineering, with focus on chemical processes.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations (air, water, waste).
• Experience with environmental modeling and assessment tools.
• Proficiency in process design for pollution control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement wastewater treatment processes and air pollution control systems.
• Monitor environmental compliance with local and national regulations.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments for new projects and process changes.
• Develop and manage hazardous waste disposal programs.
• Identify opportunities for pollution prevention and resource conservation.
• Prepare environmental reports and maintain regulatory permits.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Wastewater design

Air pollution control

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Environmental modeling tools

Process design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Environmental Chemical Engineer to join their team in Mahikeng . This on-site role is essential for ensuring our operations meet stringent environmental regulations and sustainability goals. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring systems to manage waste, emissions, and water usage. This position requires a thorough understanding of environmental engineering principles, chemical processes, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with operations and management to minimize the environmental footprint of our facilities and promote sustainable practices throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement wastewater treatment processes and air pollution control systems.
• Monitor environmental compliance and ensure adherence to all relevant local and national regulations.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments for new projects and process changes.
• Develop and manage hazardous waste disposal programs.
• Identify opportunities for pollution prevention and resource conservation within chemical processes.
• Prepare environmental reports and maintain regulatory permits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental engineering, with a focus on chemical processes.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations (e.g., air quality, water quality, waste management).
• Experience with environmental modeling and assessment tools.
• Proficiency in process design for pollution control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant environmental impact.
• Professional development in environmental compliance and sustainability.
• Supportive work environment committed to safety and responsibility.
• On-site facilities and access to local amenities.