Environmental Scientist - Impact Assessment

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking an Environmental Scientist to conduct EIAs and guide sustainable solutions for industrial projects. You will ensure regulatory compliance and promote environmental stewardship within KwaZulu-Natal's growing region.

The role requires a strong grasp of South African environmental legislation, field assessments, data analysis, and reporting to regulators and stakeholders. You will collaborate on impactful projects with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or impact assessment.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in environmental data collection, analysis, and reporting tools.
• Strong field sampling skills and ability to work in diverse environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Scoping studies.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans and monitoring programs.
• Collect and analyze environmental data (soil, water, air quality) in the field and laboratory.
• Prepare detailed environmental reports and present findings to regulators and stakeholders.
• Advise on mitigation measures to minimize environmental impact of development projects.

Skills

Field sampling

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science or Ecology

Tools

Environmental data collection tools

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and meticulous Environmental Scientist to join their team in Richards Bay . This role is crucial for conducting comprehensive environmental impact assessments and developing sustainable solutions for industrial projects. You will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting environmental stewardship within a growing region. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of environmental regulations, ecological principles, and the ability to perform field assessments and data analysis, contributing to responsible development and conservation efforts in KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Scoping studies.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans and monitoring programs.
• Collect and analyze environmental data (soil, water, air quality) in the field and laboratory.
• Prepare detailed environmental reports and present findings to regulatory bodies and stakeholders.
• Advise on mitigation measures to minimize environmental impact of development projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or impact assessment.
• In-depth knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in environmental data collection, analysis, and reporting tools.
• Strong field sampling skills and ability to work in diverse environmental conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for further training and professional certifications.
• Work on impactful projects contributing to environmental sustainability in Richards Bay .
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement.