Environmental Specialist - Renewable Engineering Industry

Energy Vault; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking an Environmental Specialist in Cape Town. This role focuses on project development, compliance with environmental regulations, and managing environmental assessments. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and possess relevant experience, especially in the renewable energy field.

Benefits

Negotiable Salary

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Environmental Science or related field required.
• Must have SACNASP/EAPASA certification.
• 5+ years experience in environmental roles, ideally in renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Developers in managing Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Ensure compliance with IFC Performance Standards and environmental regulations.
• Manage contracts with Environmental Specialists and oversee compliance checklists.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

Environmental Auditing

Contractor Management

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science/Management

Honours Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client in the renewable energy industry is urgently seeking the expertise of an Environmental Specialist in Cape Town.

Responsibilities:

• Project Development:

  • Support Project Developers managing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for new projects, focusing on mitigating environmental risks.
  • Ensure compliance with IFC Performance Standards from project initiation.
  • Assist in drafting Environmental Management Program Reports (EMPr) and maintain up-to-date knowledge on environmental legislation.
  • Support biodiversity offsets and manage a biodiversity legal database.

• Business Development:

  • Address environmental gaps in lender due diligence and ensure compliance with IFC Performance Standards.
  • Adapt Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS) to project-specific contexts.

• Project Implementation:

  • Develop and oversee compliance checklists for pre-construction and mitigation measures.
  • Manage contracts with external Environmental Control Officers (ECO) and Environmental Specialists (ESO).
  • Review reports and collaborate on solutions to environmental challenges.

• Asset Management:

  • Ensure all company assets comply with environmental regulations and management plans.
    
    

Requirements:

Must-have Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science/Management, Geography, or related field.
• Candidate should have SACNASP / EAPASA certification.

Preferred Qualifications and Certifications:

• Honours Degree in Environmental Science, Geography, or related field.
• Professional SACNASP / EAPASA certification.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in environmental roles.
• Preferably 8+ years with experience in the Renewable Energy sector.

Technical Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of NEMA, environmental laws, and guidelines.
• Familiarity with IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles.
• Skills in environmental monitoring, auditing, and contractor management.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills advantageous.

Leadership Competencies:

• Capable of managing and supervising external environmental team members.

Benefits:

• Salary: Negotiable
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO), if applicable.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Apply for this role today by contacting Wernardt Snyman at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. Visit the Hire Resolve website at hireresolve.us or email your CV to [emailprotected].

We will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy. Should you not be suitable, we will keep your CV on file and contact you for future vacancies.