Environmental Officer - Mining Compliance

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Sustainable mining focus

Professional development

Scenic Western Cape location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Officer for mining operations near Stellenbosch to ensure regulatory compliance and promote sustainable practices. You will manage EIAs, monitoring programs, and mitigation measures while working with site management, regulators, and local communities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, data analysis, and EMP implementation, with a focus on safeguarding the environment and maintaining the social license to operate in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in environmental management, preferably in mining or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience in developing and implementing Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental management plans and programs.
• Conduct regular environmental audits and site inspections to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Manage environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and reporting.
• Oversee waste management, water management, and rehabilitation activities.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, stakeholders, and communities on environmental matters.
• Investigate and report environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Environmental Officer to ensure regulatory compliance and promote sustainable practices within their mining operations near Stellenbosch . This role is vital for managing environmental impact assessments, implementing mitigation measures, and overseeing environmental monitoring programs. You will work closely with site management, regulatory bodies, and the community to uphold the company's environmental stewardship commitments. This is a key position for safeguarding the environment and maintaining the company's social license to operate.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental management plans and programs.
• Conduct regular environmental audits and site inspections to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Manage and monitor environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and associated reporting.
• Oversee waste management, water management, and rehabilitation activities.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, stakeholders, and community representatives on environmental matters.
• Investigate and report on environmental incidents, recommending corrective actions.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental management, preferably within the mining or heavy industry sector.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience in developing and implementing Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in environmental data analysis and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable mining practices .
• Professional development and training in environmental management.
• Work within a company that values environmental responsibility.
• Scenic work environment in the Western Cape region.