Environmental Scientist - Pollution Control

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Diverse projects

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, South Africa, seeks an Environmental Scientist to advance pollution control efforts and impact assessments across diverse projects for a respected consultancy.

You will conduct field studies, collect samples from water, soil, and air, analyze data, and prepare detailed reports for regulatory submissions, while collaborating with engineers, regulators, and stakeholders to drive sustainable environmental management and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• Proven experience in environmental monitoring, impact assessment, or pollution control.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental regulations and legislation.
• Ability to travel within the Queenstown region for fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and pollution control studies.
• Collect and analyze environmental samples (water, soil, air).
• Develop strategies for pollution prevention and mitigation.
• Prepare environmental reports for regulatory submission.
• Collaborate with engineers, regulators, and stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Scientific report writing

Fieldwork

Regulatory compliance

Environmental monitoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering/Chemistry

Tools

GIS

Statistical software

Data logging equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Environmental Scientist to join their team in Queenstown , focusing on Pollution Control and environmental impact assessment. This role is vital in developing and implementing strategies to mitigate environmental pollution and ensure regulatory compliance. You will conduct field studies, analyze environmental data, and provide expert recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a conscientious scientist to contribute to environmental protection efforts and work on diverse projects within a respected consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and pollution control studies for various projects.
• Collect and analyze environmental samples (water, soil, air) to monitor pollution levels.
• Develop and recommend strategies for pollution prevention and mitigation.
• Prepare comprehensive environmental reports and documentation for regulatory submission.
• Conduct site investigations and surveys to identify environmental risks and liabilities.
• Collaborate with engineers, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure effective environmental management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Proven experience in environmental monitoring, impact assessment, or pollution control.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental regulations and legislation.
• Proficiency in data analysis and scientific report writing.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork and travel as required within the Queenstown region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in environmental consulting.
• Exposure to a variety of environmental projects and challenges.
• Work within a company committed to environmental sustainability.
• Supportive team environment dedicated to achieving impactful environmental outcomes.