Lead Environmental Scientist: Impact & Strategy

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

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.