Environmental Scientist

Energy Vault; Ballito; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining industry is seeking an experienced Environmental Consultant to provide expert advice on environmental issues. The role involves conducting Environmental Impact Assessments, compliance audits, and managing environmental projects, along with developing rehabilitation plans. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree, possess strong project management skills, and have significant consulting experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in Environmental Consulting.
• Professional registration (EAPASA, SACNASP) required.
• Strong technical skills in rehabilitation implementation beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments and obtain required authorizations.
• Compile reports for clients and authorities.
• Conduct environmental compliance audits and site assessments.

Skills

Excellent report writing

Presentation skills

Project management

Environmental risk management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management

Post graduate degree in Environmental Management

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Hire Resolve's client is looking for an experienced Environmental consultant to join their team. As an Environmental Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert advice and guidance on environmental issues to clients, mainly within the mining industry. You will be responsible for undertaking a broad spectrum of environmental consulting work, including EIAs, IWUL applications, environmental auditing and compliance monitoring, mine closure planning and financial provision assessments, environmental risk assessments, development of mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and policies.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate and complete environmental and social legislative processes to obtain relevant authorizations (Environmental Impact Assessments, Water Use Licensing, Waste Management Licenses, etc.)
• Compile and write the required reports and other supporting documents for submission to our clients and relevant authorities
• Conducting environmental compliance auditing
• Financial Provision Assessments/ Closure Cost Estimates (GN R 1147 and other relevant legislation)
• Environmental risk identification and management
• Development of Mine Closure and rehabilitation plan(s)
• Site Assessments
• Reporting progress on deliverables in accordance with project schedules; and
• Assisting with project management functions, including developing project schedules, invoicing, budget management, and proposal development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management
• Post graduate degree in Environmental Management is beneficial
• Minimum 6 years’ experience within the Environmental Consulting Sector
• Experience in managing projects and budgets
• Proficient in MS Office, including MS Excel & MS Word
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Professional registration (EAPASA, SACNASP)
• Strong technical skills relating to rehabilitation implementation is beneficial

Benefits:

• Salary: Negotiable

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