Environmental Officer

Stefanutti Stocks Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Stefanutti Stocks Inland is seeking an Environmental Officer to oversee environmental and construction waste compliance on a major multi-disciplinary project in South Africa. You will implement the CEMP, conduct daily environmental inspections and ensure regulatory compliance across permits, KPIs and waste management activities.

The role requires a degree or diploma in environmental science, at least 5 years of environmental experience (preferably construction sites), and strong skills in Excel,

Qualifications

• Matric is essential and a degree/diploma in environmental qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of environmental experience, preferably on construction sites.
• Experience with CEMP and Construction Waste Management Plans and knowledge of environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the CEMP and Construction Waste Management Plan.
• Conduct and record daily environmental site inspections.
• Monitor compliance with legislation, permits and project requirements.
• Identify environmental risks and implement pollution controls.
• Monitor waste segregation, reuse, salvage, recycling and disposal
• Track waste quantities, diversion targets and environmental KPIs.
• Verify approved waste transporters and disposal/recycling facilities.
• Maintain waste manifests, weighbridge tickets and disposal records.
• Monitor chemicals, fuel, hazardous materials and spill controls.
• Monitor stormwater, erosion, sediment, dust, noise and wastewater controls.
• Protect soil, water and environmentally sensitive areas.
• Investigate environmental incidents, complaints and non-conformances.
• Raise, track and close corrective actions.
• Monitor subcontractor environmental compliance.
• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks and environmental awareness training.
• Participate in environmental inspections and audits.
• Maintain environmental registers, records, KPIs and reports.
• Liaise with the Environmental Consultant on specialist matters.
• Escalate significant environmental risks and recommend stop-work where required
• Promote waste reduction, pollution prevention and continuous improvement.

Skills

Environmental awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree or Diploma in Environmental Science

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Stefanutti Stocks Inland a leading construction company involved in the delivery of a major Multi-Disciplinary Construction Project in South Africa is seeking an Environmental Officer responsible for environmental and construction waste compliance

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the CEMP and Construction Waste Management Plan.
• Conduct and record daily environmental site inspections.
• Monitor compliance with legislation, permits and project requirements.
• Identify environmental risks and implement pollution controls.
• Monitor waste segregation, reuse, salvage, recycling and disposal
• Track waste quantities, diversion targets and environmental KPIs.
• Verify approved waste transporters and disposal/recycling facilities.
• Maintain waste manifests, weighbridge tickets and disposal records.
• Monitor chemicals, fuel, hazardous materials and spill controls.
• Monitor stormwater, erosion, sediment, dust, noise and wastewater controls.
• Protect soil, water and environmentally sensitive areas.
• Investigate environmental incidents, complaints and non-conformances.
• Raise, track and close corrective actions.
• Monitor subcontractor environmental compliance.
• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks and environmental awareness training.
• Participate in environmental inspections and audits.
• Maintain environmental registers, records, KPIs and reports.
• Liaise with the Environmental Consultant on specialist matters.
• Escalate significant environmental risks and recommend stop-work where required
• Promote waste reduction, pollution prevention and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12 Senior Certificate) – essential
• Relevant Degree, National Diploma or equivalent environmental qualification.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' environmental experience, preferably 3 years on construction sites.
• Experience with CEMP and Construction Waste Management Plans.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, permits and compliance.
• Experience in waste segregation, recycling, reuse, salvage and legal disposal.
• Knowledge of pollution prevention, spills, stormwater and erosion controls.
• Experience with inspections, audits, incidents and corrective actions.
• Strong subcontractor management, reporting and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• ISO 14001, LEED and global construction experience advantageous.