Environmental Compliance Officer (Eco)

Environmental Compliance Officer (Eco); Pretoria; Vor Ort; ZAR 420.000 - 600.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Environmentalist to join its Risk Management team in Pretoria, South Africa. You will own water use licensing, environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives across multiple operations.

You will engage with regulatory authorities, manage risks and ensure compliance with the National Water Act and related authorisations. The role requires 3–5 years in environmental compliance and a valid SA drivers license.

Qualifikationen

• BTech, Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Water Resource Management or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in environmental compliance, water use licensing or risk management.
• Strong understanding of National Water Act, Water Use Licences and environmental frameworks.
• Experience with government departments and regulatory bodies.
• Strong report writing, auditing and environmental assessment skills.
• Valid Code EB driver’s licence and SA permanent resident status.

Aufgaben

• Manage Water Use Licence (WUL) applications, renewals and compliance.
• Liaise with DWS, consultants and external stakeholders.
• Conduct site assessments and recommendations on water management.
• Oversee environmental risk and compliance programmes.
• Coordinate internal and external environmental audits.
• Monitor water quality sampling, testing and reporting.
• Represent organisation in public participation processes and training.

Kenntnisse

Report writing

Auditing

Environmental assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Ausbildung

BTech, Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Reference: NES028445-Siphe-1 A well-established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Environmentalist to join its Risk Management team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of water use licensing, environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and risk management across multiple operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with the National Water Act, securing and maintaining water authorisations, managing environmental risks, and engaging with regulatory authorities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Water Use Licensing & Compliance

• Manage and drive Water Use Licence (WUL) applications, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure completion of outstanding water authorisations and regulatory obligations.
• Monitor compliance with water-related legislation and permit conditions.
• Liaise with the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Conduct site assessments and provide recommendations on water management and conservation.
• Monitor water usage and ensure adherence to legal requirements.

Environmental Risk & Compliance

• Implement and maintain the Environmental Risk & Compliance Programme.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and authorisations.
• Assist with environmental approvals for new projects, expansions, and operational changes.
• Monitor legislative developments and update environmental policies accordingly.

Environmental Auditing & Monitoring

• Conduct internal environmental audits.
• Coordinate external environmental audits.
• Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain environmental authorisation and compliance records.

Water Quality Management

• Oversee water sampling, testing, and laboratory analysis.
• Interpret water quality reports and recommend corrective measures.
• Implement preventative strategies to manage contamination risks.
• Ensure wastewater systems comply with legal discharge limits.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary liaison with environmental authorities and consultants.
• Represent the organisation in public participation processes.
• Facilitate environmental awareness and compliance training initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• BTech, Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Water Resource Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in environmental compliance, water use licensing, or environmental risk management.
• Strong understanding of:
  • National Water Act
  • Water Use Licences (WUL)
  • General Authorisations
  • Environmental legislation and compliance frameworks
• Experience working with government departments and regulatory bodies.
• Strong report writing, auditing, and environmental assessment skills.
• Valid Code EB driver's licence.
• South African permanent resident.