Remote Environmental Scientist - Mining Compliance

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Support for professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Environmental Scientist to join its remote compliance team, focusing on the mining sector. The role is fully remote, with flexibility to work from home while contributing to environmental impact assessments, monitoring, and mitigation strategies.

The candidate will help ensure operations meet environmental regulations and sustainability standards, leveraging data analysis, reporting, and remote audits to support responsible mining practices on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or management, preferably within the mining industry.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with environmental monitoring techniques and data analysis.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop mitigation plans for mining projects.
• Monitor environmental performance indicators and ensure compliance with local and international regulations.
• Develop and implement environmental management systems and protocols.
• Prepare environmental reports, permit applications, and compliance documentation.
• Advise on best practices for waste management, water treatment, and biodiversity conservation in mining areas.
• Conduct remote site assessments and audits using available data and technologies.

Skills

Report writing

Data analysis

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Ecology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Environmental Scientist to join their remote compliance team, focusing on the mining sector. This role is crucial for ensuring that all mining operations adhere to environmental regulations and sustainability standards. You will work from home, providing expertise on environmental impact assessments, monitoring, and mitigation strategies. This is an ideal opportunity for an environmental professional who is passionate about sustainable mining practices and seeking a flexible, remote work arrangement where their contributions directly influence environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop mitigation plans for mining projects.
• Monitor environmental performance indicators and ensure compliance with local and international regulations.
• Develop and implement environmental management systems and protocols.
• Prepare environmental reports, permit applications, and compliance documentation.
• Advise on best practices for waste management, water treatment, and biodiversity conservation in mining areas.
• Conduct remote site assessments and audits using available data and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or management, preferably within the mining industry.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with environmental monitoring techniques and data analysis.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Support for professional development and certifications.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable mining initiatives globally.