Environmental Engineer - Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybride; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Performance-based bonuses

Impactful projects

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks an Environmental Engineer specializing in compliance to join a remote team in South Africa. You will guide EIAs, permitting, and ongoing compliance monitoring across projects, ensuring alignment with environmental law and best practices.

The role emphasizes autonomous work with dispersed project teams, offering flexibility, competitive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a digitally-enabled organization committed to environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or related science.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in environmental consulting or compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with environmental modelling and monitoring techniques.
• Strong analytical, report writing, and virtual communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Conduct EIAs and prepare documentation for regulatory submission.
• Develop and implement Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) for different projects.
• Ensure compliance with national and provincial environmental legislation, regulations, and permits.
• Advise project teams on environmental best practices and mitigation measures.
• Monitor and report on environmental performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, clients, and stakeholders on environmental matters.

Connaissances

Regulatory compliance

Environmental modelling

Environmental reporting

Analytical thinking

Virtual communication

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Engineering

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and diligent Environmental Engineer with a specialization in compliance to join their remote team. This role is essential for ensuring that projects meet all environmental regulations and standards across South Africa. You will provide expert guidance on environmental impact assessments, permitting, and ongoing compliance monitoring. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of environmental law, policy, and best practices, combined with the ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively with dispersed project teams. This is an opportunity to contribute to sustainable development initiatives and promote environmental stewardship from anywhere, working within a supportive and digitally-enabled organization that values proactive environmental management.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and prepare associated documentation for regulatory submission.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans (EMPs) for various projects.
• Ensure compliance with all national and provincial environmental legislation, regulations, and permits.
• Advise project teams on environmental best practices and mitigation measures.
• Monitor and report on environmental performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, clients, and stakeholders on environmental matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related science field.
• Professional registration with a relevant body (e.g., ECSA, SACNASP) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in environmental consulting or compliance roles.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with environmental modeling and monitoring techniques.
• Strong analytical, report writing, and virtual communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• Contribute to impactful projects focused on environmental protection and sustainability.