Environmental Officer

Ikwezi Mining; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Ikwezi Mining is seeking an Environmental Officer to ensure operations comply with environmental laws, permits, and sustainability standards while minimizing impact and managing risk.

You will oversee regulatory compliance for new and existing projects, develop long-term environmental strategies, lead plans, monitor targets, and mentor staff. Establish relationships with authorities and guide contractors to uphold standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management or Environmental Science.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in mining and consulting.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation, standards and regulatory framework.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to coordinate projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental compliance processes for projects, ensuring regulatory adherence.
• Ensure compliance with permits, licenses and regulations across operations.
• Develop sustainable, long-term environmental strategies aligned with mine objectives and closure requirements.
• Lead the creation and improvement of environmental plans through project lifecycles.
• Prepare, review and update environmental policies, procedures and documentation.
• Set, monitor and report environmental targets and progress.
• Provide guidance on auditing and monitoring, and engage regulators.
• Oversee contractor management to ensure environmental standards.
• Facilitate community engagement, fostering transparent stakeholder communication.
• Mentor and coach interns, graduates and new staff.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Environmental management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Certificates in environmental law / regulatory compliance

Job description

Role Purpose:

As an Environmental Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring that the company’s operations comply with environmental laws, permits, and sustainability standards, minimizing environmental impact and managing risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee environmental compliance processes for new and existing projects, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, licenses, and regulations across all operations
• Develop and implement sustainable, long-term environmental strategies aligned with perational objectives and mine closure requirements
• Lead the creation and continuous improvement of environmental plans, addressing environmental impacts and responsibilities through to project conclusion
• Prepare, review, and update environmental policies, procedures, and documentation
• Set, monitor, and report on environmental targets and objectives, tracking progress and identifying areas for improvement
• Provide technical advice and guidance on environmental compliance, auditing, and monitoring processesEstablish and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities and stay informed on regulatory updates and changes
• Oversee contractor management to ensure adherence to environmental standards and compliance guidelines
• Facilitate and guide public and community engagement processes, fostering transparent communication and trust with stakeholders
• Mentor and coach interns, graduates, and new staff, supporting skill development and professional growth within the team

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Certificates in environmental law, regulatory compliance, or environmental audits will be advantageous
• Training in environmental impact assessments will be advantageous
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mining and consulting
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation, standards, and regulatory framework
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coordinate projects and teams
• Excellent analytical thinking and advanced problem-solving capabilities
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proactive, adaptable, and dedicated to ongoing professional development