Environmental Scientist

121 Talent; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Environmental Consulting company in KwaZulu is seeking to fill the role of Environmental Scientist. This position involves managing environmental permitting and compliance auditing projects while ensuring legislative processes are followed. Candidates should have a relevant degree and several years of experience in the environmental sector.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Senior Certificate required.
• Minimum 4-5 years' experience in Environmental Consulting.
• Professional registration (EAPASA, SACNASP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and complete environmental and social legislative processes.
• Conducting environmental compliance auditing.
• Compile required reports for submission to clients.

Skills

Environmental Management

Excellent report writing skills

Strong numerical ability

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management

Post graduate degree in Environmental Management

Tools

MS Office

GIS systems

Job description

Our client, a leading Environmental Consulting company based in KwaZulu, is looking to fill the position of Environmental Scientist.

Purpose of the Role:
As an experienced environmental consultant, focussed on Environmental Permitting (EIA and WUL) and auditing, the successful incumbent, will play a pivotal role in guiding clients through the strategic planning and execution of environmental permitting and compliance auditing projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate and complete environmental and social legislative processes to obtain relevant authorisations (Environmental Impact Assessments, Water Use Licencing, Waste Management Licences, etc.).
• Specialist management.
• Public and authority consultation.
• Compile and write the required reports and other supporting documents for submission to our clients and relevant authorities.
• Conducting environmental compliance auditing.
• Conducting site assessments.
• Reporting progress on deliverables in accordance with project schedules.
• Assisting with project management functions, including developing project schedules, invoicing, budget management, and proposal development.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 Senior Certificate
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management.
• Post graduate degree in Environmental Management is beneficial.
• Minimum 4-5 years' experience within the Environmental Consulting Sector.
• Professional registration (EAPASA, SACNASP) is beneficial.
• Proficient in MS Office, including MS Excel & MS Word.
• Experience in managing projects and budgets.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of applicable mining related legislation is beneficial.
• Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of GIS systems is beneficial.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send a detailed copy of your CV to [Email Address Removed]
If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• Environmental Management

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years