Lead Environmental Scientist: Mine Closure & Rehabilitation

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Environmental Scientist in Polokwane, Limpopo to spearhead mine closure and rehabilitation programs. You will develop closure plans, oversee EIAs, and ensure regulatory compliance while guiding multidisciplinary teams.

The role focuses on post-mining land restoration, environmental impact mitigation, and long-term site stewardship. You will oversee assessments, budgets, liaise with agencies and communities, and drive sustainable mining practices in the Polokwane

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in environmental management with mine closure and rehabilitation specialization.
• Proven track record in developing and executing mine closure plans.
• Strong knowledge of South African environmental legislation for mining.
• Experience with environmental modeling and monitoring techniques.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Willingness to travel to mine sites from Polokwane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mine closure and rehabilitation plans.
• Conduct EIAs and baseline studies.
• Oversee remediation of contaminated sites and land restoration.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and permitting requirements.
• Manage environmental monitoring programs (water, soil, biodiversity).
• Develop and manage budgets for closure projects.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and communities.
• Provide technical guidance to environmental teams.
• Prepare environmental reports and closure plans.

Skills

Mine closure planning

Project management

Environmental assessments

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS

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Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Environmental Scientist in Polokwane, Limpopo to spearhead mine closure and rehabilitation programs. You will develop closure plans, oversee EIAs, and ensure regulatory compliance while guiding multidisciplinary teams.

The role focuses on post-mining land restoration, environmental impact mitigation, and long-term site stewardship. You will oversee assessments, budgets, liaise with agencies and communities, and drive sustainable mining practices in the Polokwane