Remote Environmental Scientist — Sustainable Mining

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Fully remote work

Professional development support

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Environmental Scientist to ensure mining operations comply with environmental regulations. You will monitor environmental impacts, develop mitigation strategies, and guide sustainable mining practices from a home office.

The role requires a Master's in Environmental Science and at least 6 years in environmental management within mining, with strong data analysis and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in environmental management, with mining industry focus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor environmental performance at mine sites and analyze air, water, and land data.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans to mitigate operational impacts.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits and license conditions.
• Prepare detailed environmental reports, impact assessments, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Remote work

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science/Management

Tools

Environmental monitoring tools

Data analysis software (Excel/R)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Environmental Scientist to ensure mining operations comply with environmental regulations. You will monitor environmental impacts, develop mitigation strategies, and guide sustainable mining practices from a home office.

The role requires a Master's in Environmental Science and at least 6 years in environmental management within mining, with strong data analysis and reporting skills.