Environmental & Risk Officer

Greenmarble; Howick; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Howick is looking for a Junior Environmental & Risk Officer to support sustainability initiatives and ensure SHER compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in the field and relevant qualifications in Environmental Management Sciences. This is a crucial role that entails managing audits, compliance, and environmental policies to help drive sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Environmental & Risk Officer.
• Experience in the implementation of ISO 14001-2015 & ISO 45001.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all SHER incidents are reported, investigated, and corrected.
• Monitor compliance with applicable SHER legislation.
• Manage SHER site surveys, audits, and assessments.
• Provide audit reports and identify non-conformities.

Skills

Experience with flammable liquid storage

Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015

Knowledge of NEMA

Knowledge of OHSA

Education

NDip/ Degree in Environmental Management Sciences

SAMTRAC

Job description

JUNIOR ENVIRONMENTAL & RISK OFFICER - HOWICK

Our client in Howick is seeking a Junior Environmental & Risk Officer to support sustainability initiatives and ensure full SHER (Safety, Health, Environment & Risk) compliance.

Key responsibilities include adhering to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, implementing risk control measures, developing environmental policies, and managing SHER systems and reporting.

Experience with flammable liquid storage is non-negotiable. If you meet the requirements and are ready to make an impact, apply now.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3 years of experience.
• NDip/ Degree in Environmental Management Sciences.
• SAMTRAC (advantageous).
• 3+ Years as an Environmental & Risk Officer.
• Experience in the implementation of ISO 14001-2015 & ISO 45001.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001:2015, NEMA, OHSA, and other environmental standards.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all incidents relevant to SHER are reported, investigated, corrected, and learnings disseminated.
• Ensure that all relevant environmental authorizations, operating licenses/permits are applied for, up-to-date, and compliance to conditions is monitored.
• Ensure the company is compliant with all applicable SHER legislation and other requirements.
• Monitor SHER performance by gathering relevant data and producing statistical reports.
• Ensure that all legal appointments are in place as per applicable legislation.
• Develop and maintain the occupational health management and monitoring program.
• Manage all SHER site surveys, audits, and assessments.
• Drive the culture of quality, health, safety, and environment through awareness, communication, and training initiatives.
• Manage all SHER-related training requirements.
• Assess the site's sustainability performance, identify key strategies like energy efficiency, resource recovery, waste reduction, etc.
• Develop plans and controls to prevent pollution, respond to emergencies, and ensure business continuity.
• Ensure compliance with system protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Review compliance with SOPs to ensure operational excellence.
• Provide audit reports, identify non-conformities, and implement corrective actions.
• Review the effectiveness of corrective measures.
• Maintain good relations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Report on initiatives to reduce carbon footprint, GHG, NAEIS, etc.
• Propose SHER improvements, corrective actions, resources, and implementation plans for NCRs.