Environmental Civil Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Fully remote work setup

Medical aid plan

Professional development

Environmentally conscious team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Environmental Civil Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will assess environmental impacts, design remediation solutions, and ensure compliance with environmental legislation across diverse projects.

You will work with project teams and regulatory bodies to develop sustainable engineering solutions, implement waste management and pollution controls, and monitor environmental performance during construction and operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Environmental focus or Environmental Engineering.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is advantageous.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with environmental modeling and GIS software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EIAs and prepare associated reports.
• Design and implement waste management, pollution control, and land rehabilitation solutions.
• Ensure compliance with national and local environmental regulations and standards.
• Develop strategies for sustainable water and energy use in infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into project design.
• Monitor environmental performance during construction and operation phases.

Skills

Environmental assessments

GIS software experience

Analytical reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Environmental focus

Tools

GIS software

Environmental modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Environmental Civil Engineer for a fully remote position, dedicated to integrating sustainable practices into infrastructure development. This role involves assessing environmental impacts, designing remediation solutions, and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation across a variety of projects. You will work closely with project managers and regulatory bodies to develop environmentally sound engineering solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental engineering specialist who values a flexible, remote work environment and is passionate about promoting sustainable development through innovative engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and prepare associated reports.
• Design and implement solutions for waste management, pollution control, and land rehabilitation.
• Ensure all projects comply with national and local environmental regulations and standards.
• Develop strategies for sustainable water and energy use in infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into project design and execution.
• Monitor environmental performance during construction and operation phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an Environmental focus, or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is advantageous.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental engineering or related fields.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with environmental modeling and GIS software.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Fully remote work setup, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Paid professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribution to a dynamic and environmentally conscious team.