Environmental Officer

Seriti Resources; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A coal mining company is seeking an Environmental Officer to perform environmental assessments and maintain compliance with legal and company standards. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, logging non-conformances, and assisting in the preparation of reports. Candidates should have a Master’s in Environmental Science or equivalent degree, and some experience in environmental management is preferred. This position offers a good opportunity for new graduates or those with relevant internship experience.

Qualifications

• MSc – no experience or Honours / BSc / BTech in Natural / Environmental Science, 18 months to 3 years internship or similar relevant experience.
• Should possess or be able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental monitoring, inspections and audits on air, water, land, biodiversity.
• Log non-conformances with the environmental management program.
• Assist with preparation of environmental reports.

Skills

Computer literacy in MS Office

Valid driver's license

Knowledge of environmental management systems

Understanding of local environmental legislation

Education

MSc in Natural / Environmental Science

Honours / BSc / BTech in relevant field

Job description

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.

Environmental Officer, C5

Seriti, Khutala Colliery, Mpumalanga

Internal & External

Ref no: KHT107/25GS

Closing date: 09 December 2025

The role:

To execute environmental assessments, inspections, monitoring and interrogation of monitoring results in line with all relevant statutory and company requirements. Report on any deviations or opportunities identified. Assist with the preparation of reports, the analysis of data and engaging authorities and service providers.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Track compliance to permits, licenses and authorisations to ensure that the operation meets its license to operate obligations
• Log any non-conformances with the environmental management program on the event management system and elevate to line
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation and submission of internal environmental monitoring and inspection reports
• Assist the Environmental Specialist with the accurate and timely reporting of all required company and legal environmental information
• Support the Environmental Superintendent and line management in the development of environmentally related policies, standards and procedures
• Attend and provide input on environmental issues in mine planning meetings. Ensure that there are no deviations from EIA commitments and license conditions
• Develop and execute environmental awareness programmes
• Support liaison with environmental regulatory authorities regarding reporting, auditing activities and closing out directives issued
• Collaborate with line management and employees on addressing any shortcomings or non-conformances identified. Advise line on mitigation measures and track preventative and corrective actions to completion
• Provide first line support to external environmental service providers and consultants regarding site access, logistics, quality assurance on work outputs, etc.
• Conduct environmental monitoring, inspections and audits on air, water, land, biodiversity and rehabilitation as per environmental management plan requirements
• Capture and maintain environmental monitoring results and environmental information in the computerised environmental management system (Isometrix)
• Contribute to and/or facilitate environmental event investigations and the development and implementation of preventative and/or corrective actions
• Assist in the development, control and monitoring of capital and operating budgets for the environmental function at the operation

Requirements:

• MSc – no experience or Honours / BSc / BTech in Natural / Environmental Science or related field – 18 months to 3 years internship or similar relevant experience in environmental management
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Valid driver’s license
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous:

• Introduction to ISO 14001
• Introduction to Project Management
• Introduction to Environmental Law
• Understanding of local environmental related legislation and reporting requirements for both company and local needs
• Understanding of environmental challenges in the coal mining industry
• In-depth understanding and application of environmental management systems (ISO)
• Knowledge and understanding of environmental impacts and aspects

Please note:

• Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents
• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver’s license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only