Senior Environmental Assessment Consultant ()

Clear Leaf Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Environmental Assessment Consultant to manage complex projects and lead junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a Master's in Environmental Science and 5-7 years of experience. Responsibilities include client liaison, environmental assessments, and project management. Candidates should also possess strong leadership qualities and experience in environmental management processes. This full-time role offers a market-related salary.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of practical experience in environmental consulting.
• Strong knowledge of environmental management processes.
• Proven leadership in managing junior environmental officers.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple environmental assessment projects.
• Lead public participation campaigns in compliance with regulations.
• Produce accurate reports reflecting project impacts and mitigation.

Skills

Business Development

Change Management

Technical Project Management

Technical Writing

Project Coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management

Tools

CRM Software

OSHA

EPA

Job description

As a Senior Environmental Assessment Consultant, the position requires the applicant to serve as the project manager for multiple projects, providing leadership and management of junior colleagues and their projects.

This role demands personal authority, which is developed through experience, reputation, skills, character, and leading by example.

Responsibilities

The candidate will be directly involved in complex and environmentally significant projects and should be able to fulfill the following duties: Environmental Impact Assessment client liaison, specialist appointments, and authority management to achieve a Record of Decision; conducting environmental management projects such as Environmental Management Frameworks, Strategic Environmental Assessments, Risk Assessments, and acting as an Environmental Compliance Officer; performing site visits and baseline investigations to assess project sensitivity, legal requirements, and scope of specialist work; leading public participation campaigns in accordance with environmental regulations; producing high‑quality, accurate reports reflecting environmental sensitivities, project impacts, and mitigation measures, compliant with legislative standards and industry best practices; developing environmental control documents to manage construction and operational impacts.

Regarding the management of junior colleagues who are project leaders, the consultant will assume overall project management responsibilities, including regular reporting to clients and internal teams; understand each project thoroughly, including conducting inception meetings and initial site visits; ensure project timelines and budgets are set and adhered to, managing deviations appropriately; liaise professionally with clients and authorities to facilitate decision‑making and clarify requirements; handle troubleshooting and problem‑solving; generate reports and project management documents for formal control; mentor and transfer knowledge to project leaders; utilize the company's quality management system; set an example through hard work, attention to detail, and ethical behavior to improve team performance; and perform administrative functions as determined by senior management.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
• 5‑7 years of practical experience in environmental consulting, with strong knowledge of environmental management processes.
• Experience leading junior environmental officers and demonstrating leadership qualities.
• Registration as an Environmental Assessment Practitioner with EAPASA.
• Registration with SACNASP or an equivalent is an added advantage.

Additional Information

Salary: Market Related
Closing Date: 30 August
Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills

Business Development, Change Management, Technical Project Management, NEC, Technical Writing, OSHA, CRM Software, EPA, Project Coordination, Remedy, EHS, Writing Skills