Environmental Compliance Officer

Placements24; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Tech support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Compliance Officer for a fully remote position within a South African energy sustainability team. You will monitor legislation, lead audits, and guide operations to comply with environmental laws and internal policies.

You will develop programs, prepare reports for authorities, and train staff, while collaborating with a remote-first team to minimize environmental impact across sites, including those near Polokwane.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental field or related discipline is required.
• At least 3 years in environmental compliance or sustainability.
• Strong knowledge of environmental laws and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret environmental legislation applicable to operations.
• Develop and implement environmental compliance programs and systems.
• Conduct audits and site inspections (remote or on-site).
• Prepare reports for regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide training on compliance procedures to staff.

Skills

Audit experience

Regulatory compliance

Sustainability

ISO 14001

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and knowledgeable Environmental Compliance Officer to join their remote-based sustainability and regulatory affairs team. This role is vital for ensuring that all company operations adhere to environmental laws, regulations, and internal policies. You will conduct audits, develop compliance programs, and provide guidance to operational teams to minimize environmental impact. This is a fully remote position, offering a fantastic opportunity to contribute to responsible energy development from anywhere, working within a dedicated team focused on environmental stewardship and sustainable practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret environmental legislation and regulations applicable to the energy sector.
• Develop and implement environmental compliance programs and management systems.
• Conduct regular environmental audits and site inspections (remotely or as required on-site).
• Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory agencies.
• Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on environmental compliance procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental compliance, regulatory affairs, or sustainability.
• Strong understanding of environmental laws and regulations (national and local).
• Experience with environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote-first environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave.
• Home office stipend and technology support.
• Opportunity to shape environmental strategy for operations across the company, including those near Polokwane.