Lead Environmental Scientist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Lead Environmental Scientist to manage environmental assessment and remediation projects from Randburg offices. You will lead a team of environmental professionals, ensuring regulatory compliance and developing innovative solutions for complex challenges.

You will shape the company\'s environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives, mentor staff, and engage with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-impact projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Geology.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or management.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and EIA processes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead EIAs and EMPs for projects.
• Oversee site investigations, risk assessments, and remediation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and regulations.
• Manage projects including budgets, timelines, and client liaison.
• Mentor junior scientists and staff.
• Develop and implement monitoring programs and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Excellent communication

Education

M.Sc./Ph.D. in Environmental Science or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Lead Environmental Scientist to manage and direct environmental assessment and remediation projects from their office in Randburg . This pivotal role involves leading a team of environmental professionals, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing innovative solutions for complex environmental challenges. You will play a key role in shaping the company's environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned environmental scientist to take on leadership responsibilities and make a significant impact on environmental best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and environmental management plans (EMPs).
• Oversee site investigations, risk assessments, and remediation strategies for contaminated sites.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and local environmental legislation and regulations.
• Manage environmental projects, including budgets, timelines, and client liaison.
• Mentor and guide junior environmental scientists and technical staff.
• Develop and implement environmental monitoring programs and sustainability initiatives.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Environmental Science , Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or management.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, EIA processes, and remediation technologies.
• Proven experience in project management and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working within the Randburg area and understanding local environmental contexts.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Dynamic work environment with opportunities to lead impactful projects.
• Contribution to sustainable development and environmental protection initiatives.