Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer to lead strategies that minimize environmental impact across facilities near Kimberley, South Africa. You will develop environmental plans, assess processes, and implement pollution-control technologies while ensuring regulatory compliance and driving sustainability improvements.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, project management, and strong regulatory understanding.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering with specialization in environmental engineering or science.
• 6+ years of experience in environmental compliance, pollution control, or sustainable process design within the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations (e.g., water discharge permits, air quality standards).
• Experience with environmental modeling and impact assessment tools.
• Proficiency in project management and excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working within Kimberley regulatory framework is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental management plans for chemical operations.
• Assess the environmental impact of new and existing processes, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Design and oversee the implementation of pollution control technologies, such as wastewater treatment and air emission systems.
• Ensure compliance with all local, regional, and national environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Conduct environmental audits and support regulatory reporting.
• Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering (environmental)

Tools

Environmental modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer to contribute to sustainable practices and regulatory compliance at their facilities near Kimberley. This role focuses on developing and implementing strategies to minimize the environmental impact of chemical processes, including waste reduction, pollution control, and resource efficiency. You will work closely with operations and compliance teams to ensure adherence to environmental regulations and drive continuous improvement in sustainability efforts. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your chemical engineering expertise to critical environmental challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental management plans for chemical operations.
• Assess the environmental impact of new and existing processes, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Design and oversee the implementation of pollution control technologies, such as wastewater treatment and air emission systems.
• Ensure compliance with all local, regional, and national environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Conduct environmental audits and support regulatory reporting.
• Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in environmental engineering or science.
• 6+ years of experience in environmental compliance, pollution control, or sustainable process design within the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations (e.g., water discharge permits, air quality standards).
• Experience with environmental modeling and impact assessment tools.
• Proficiency in project management and excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working within the regulatory framework relevant to Kimberley is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities focused on environmental engineering and sustainability.
• A role that contributes directly to environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects addressing key environmental concerns.