Remote Environmental Manager: Mining Sustainability Lead

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Fully remote

Health & wellness

Development allowance

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Environmental Manager to lead environmental stewardship within mining operations. The role is fully remote, coordinating with site teams, regulators, and stakeholders to uphold top environmental standards and drive sustainable mining practices.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field with 8+ years in environmental management in mining, strong knowledge of EIAs, and proven remote leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in environmental management, with mining industry exposure.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, EIAs, monitoring and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage environmental management systems and plans.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Conduct EIAs and monitor environmental performance.
• Oversee waste, water management and rehabilitation programs.
• Lead biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation strategies.
• Provide environmental training and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Environmental Manager to lead environmental stewardship within mining operations. The role is fully remote, coordinating with site teams, regulators, and stakeholders to uphold top environmental standards and drive sustainable mining practices.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field with 8+ years in environmental management in mining, strong knowledge of EIAs, and proven remote leadership and communication skills.