Environmentalist – Water Use Compliance & Risk Management

Environmentalist – Water Use Compliance & Risk Management; Gauteng; Sur place; ZAR 350 000 - 500 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Environmentalist – Water Use Compliance & Risk Management in Gauteng seeks an experienced professional to lead water-use licensing and compliance across multiple facilities. You will drive WUL applications, monitor licensing conditions, and manage environmental risk programs.

You will also coordinate audits, oversee water quality monitoring, and engage with regulators to ensure adherence to the National Water Act and related legislation.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Science, Water Resource Management, Natural Sciences, or a related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in environmental compliance or water resource management.
• Experience with Water Use Licences (WULs), General Authorisations, and environmental compliance programmes.
• Strong understanding of National Water Act, EIAs, EMPs, and waste management legislation.

Responsabilités

• Drive and manage Water Use Licence (WUL) applications, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor compliance with water-related legislation and licence conditions.
• Develop and maintain Environmental Risk & Compliance Programmes across multiple facilities.
• Coordinate internal and external environmental audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Oversee water sampling, testing, and reporting; interpret results and recommend actions.
• Engage with regulatory authorities and stakeholders; support public participation processes.

Connaissances

WULs management

Regulatory engagement

Environmental auditing

Risk assessment

Report writing

Water quality monitoring

Formation

Environmental science degree

Outils

GIS software

Description du poste

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Environmentalist to join their Risk Management team. This role will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, with a strong focus on Water Use Licences (WULs), General Authorisations, water quality management, and environmental risk compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional who thrives in a compliance-driven environment and wants to make a meaningful contribution to sustainable resource management across multiple operational facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Water Use Licensing & Compliance

• Drive and manage Water Use Licence (WUL) applications, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure all outstanding water authorisations are obtained and maintained in accordance with the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the National Water Act.
• Monitor compliance with water-related legislation and authorisation conditions.
• Conduct site assessments and provide recommendations on water-related environmental risks.
• Track water usage data and ensure adherence to licence conditions.
• Provide technical guidance on water conservation, wastewater management, and sustainable water-use practices.

Environmental Risk & Compliance

• Develop and maintain Environmental Risk & Compliance Programmes across multiple facilities.
• Monitor legislative developments and update policies and procedures accordingly.
• Assist with environmental authorisations for new projects, expansions, and operational changes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation relating to waste management, pollution control, and environmental authorisations.

Auditing & Environmental Monitoring

• Conduct internal environmental audits and inspections.
• Coordinate external environmental audits and consultants.
• Identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain environmental registers and compliance records.

Water Quality Monitoring

• Oversee water sampling, testing, and analysis programmes.
• Interpret laboratory reports and recommend corrective actions where required.
• Monitor wastewater treatment processes and ensure compliance with legal discharge requirements.
• Implement preventative measures to mitigate contamination risks.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with regulatory authorities, environmental consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Represent the organisation during public participation processes.
• Facilitate environmental awareness and compliance training initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Science, Water Resource Management, Natural Sciences, or a related field.
• BTech or Bachelor's Degree (NQF equivalent) advantageous.

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience within environmental compliance, environmental management, or water resource management.
• Proven experience with:
  • Water Use Licences (WULs)
  • General Authorisations
  • Environmental compliance programmes
  • Regulatory engagement
  • Environmental auditing
  • Water quality monitoring and reporting

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
  • National Water Act
  • Water Use Licensing processes
  • NEMA
  • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)
  • Environmental Management Plans (EMPs)
  • Waste Management legislation
  • ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Experience with GIS systems will be advantageous.
• Strong report-writing and risk-assessment capabilities.