Professional-In-Training (PIT) Environment

Anglo American; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mining company is seeking a Professional-In-Training (PIT) in Environment to enhance their environmental performance through structured training and active participation in various projects. This role provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop crucial skills in environmental management, safety practices, and compliance. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and is eager to learn within a dynamic team. A competitive salary and supportive working environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Completed a B.Sc. Degree (NQF7 or 8) in Environmental management or equivalent qualification.
• No more than two years of relevant work experience.
• Available to work in remote areas of South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of environmental procedures.
• Participate in company safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental systems and guidelines.

Skills

Environmental management

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Education

B.Sc. Degree in Environmental management

Job description

Overview

Join us on the Anglo-American Professional-In-Training (PIT) Programme if you are ready to take the first step towards a successful career in the mining industry.

Finding and developing our future leaders is something we're passionate about. Join us as a Professional-In-Training (PIT) Environment if you are ready to take the first step towards a successful career in the mining industry.

Anglo American

Our ambition is to be the most valued mining company in the eyes of our shareholders, driven by the purpose to re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As a Professional In Training (PIT): Environment, you will gain the technical and practical experience required for SACNSP or HPCSA registration through structured training, site exposure, and active participation in environmental monitoring, compliance, and sustainability projects. In this role, you will be immersed in all facets of environmental management, with a primary focus on developing and implementing procedures, management plans, and systems to enhance environmental performance. Safety is paramount, and you\'ll actively showcase safety leadership and engage in company safety initiatives. Your responsibilities will extend to risk management assurance and governance, ensuring compliance with safety standards through risk assessment strategies and safety critical controls.

This is an exciting opportunity for graduates who want to have a smarter future within mining. Initially, you will be offered a three-year graduate programme with our Southern Africa Business Unit rotating to one or more of our sites where possible. You have the chance to make a difference in real projects and follow a structured learning development journey.

If you are ready to make the most of everything you’ve learned so far, be challenged, work together with industry leaders, and be a part of a supportive and a vibrant Graduate community, then Anglo American is ready for you.

Key outputs

As a Professional-In-Training (PIT) Environment, your key outputs will include but not limited to:

• Supporting the development and implementation of environmental procedures, management plans, and systems.
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance environmental performance across operations.
• Demonstrate visible felt leadership in safety practices.
• Actively participate in company safety initiatives and promote a culture of safety.
• Apply risk assessment strategies and implement safety-critical controls.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with environmental systems, guidelines, and codes of practice.
• Use approved environmental tools and databases to generate quarterly and annual reports.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness in all environmental reporting.
• Develop and deliver environmental awareness and capacity-building programmes.
• Create and implement improvement and awareness plans for air, biodiversity, rehabilitation, closure, water, soil, and waste.
• Advise on environmental training, education, and development initiatives.
• Apply environmental practices and technologies to deliver professional services to stakeholders.
• Support internal and external communications related to site environmental monitoring and compliance.
• Promote a culture of environmental excellence aligned with the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Drive initiatives that support long-term sustainability and performance.
• Provide accurate data on short- and long-term environmental impacts.
• Use data analytics tools to support proactive mitigation and science-based decision-making.
• Demonstrate learning outcomes and execution of environmental tasks.
• Clearly articulate the value added or risk mitigated through PIT activities.
• Prepare and present quarterly PIT reports for management review and rating.
• Show understanding of interdisciplinary collaboration and its impact on environmental outcomes.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Professional In Training programme, you must:

• Have completed a B.Sc. Degree (NQF7 or 8) in Environmental management or equivalent qualification.
• Have no more than two years of relevant work experience.
• Be available to work in remote areas of South Africa as our operations are in the Northern Cape and you will be located in Sishen or Kolomela mine.
• Be medically fit
• Hold a SA Drivers Licence as the role requires a high level of mobility

What to Expect

• The role is a fixed term contract for a maximum period of 36 months.
• The role of a Professional In Training is to participate in and complete the formal Graduate Programme as outlined per discipline.
• The first stage of the recruitment process is a review of your CV.
• Should you meet the requirements for the role, you will be invited to interview. Upon successful completion of the interview, you will progress to the psychometric assessments, which are to be completed by set deadline.

Background checks

If successful, you will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications. By applying for this job, you provide consent that your personal details, including your fingerprints, can be used to conduct background screening where appropriate. For more information, please visit: https://www.angloamerican.com/site-services/applicant-privacy-notice/applicant-privacy-notice-en

Additional Information

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.