Environmental Engineer - Compliance and Assessment

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Environmental forums

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a diligent Environmental Engineer to join our team in Benoni. The role focuses on ensuring environmental compliance, conducting EIAs, and developing sustainable solutions for industrial and infrastructure projects.

You will monitor environmental performance, prepare EMPs, liaise with regulatory bodies, and contribute to reporting. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in environmental consulting or management and knowledge of SA environmental legislation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or management, preferably within the civil engineering sector.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting EIAs and developing EMPs.
• Knowledge of South African environmental legislation (NEMA, MPRDA, etc.) and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling software and data analysis tools.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EIAs and develop Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Monitor and report on environmental performance at project sites, ensuring compliance with permits and regulations.
• Identify environmental risks and propose mitigation measures for construction and operational activities.
• Advise on waste management, pollution control, and resource conservation strategies.
• Liaise with government environmental agencies, local authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of current environmental legislation, policies, and best practices.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

EIA

EMP development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

Environmental modeling software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent Environmental Engineer to join their team in Benoni . This role is dedicated to ensuring environmental compliance, conducting impact assessments, and developing sustainable solutions for various industrial and infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for monitoring environmental performance, developing management plans, and liaising with regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to environmental legislation. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of environmental science and engineering principles, possesses excellent analytical and reporting skills, and is committed to promoting sustainable practices within the construction and industrial sectors in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and develop Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Monitor and report on environmental performance at project sites, ensuring compliance with permits and regulations.
• Identify environmental risks and propose mitigation measures for construction and operational activities.
• Advise on waste management, pollution control, and resource conservation strategies.
• Liaise with government environmental agencies, local authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of current environmental legislation, policies, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or management, preferably within the civil engineering sector.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting EIAs and developing EMPs.
• Knowledge of South African environmental legislation (NEMA, MPRDA, etc.) and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling software and data analysis tools.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending environmental forums.
• Work on diverse projects contributing to environmental sustainability in the Benoni area.
• A supportive team culture focused on environmental stewardship.