Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical coverage & retirement fund

Professional development

Environmental commitment

Lead impactful projects

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks a Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer to lead environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives at our client's chemical operations. You will drive strategies to minimize environmental impact and manage waste streams.

Responsibilities include implementing EMS per ISO 14001, overseeing wastewater treatment and emissions, conducting EIAs, and ensuring robust regulatory reporting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• 7+ years in environmental engineering within the chemical sector.
• Deep knowledge of South Africa's environmental regulations, permits and reporting.
• Experience with wastewater treatment and air pollution control systems.
• Certification in environmental management (e.g., IEMA) is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement EMS compliant with ISO 14001 standards.
• Oversee wastewater treatment, air emission control, and solid waste management.
• Conduct EIAs for new projects and modifications.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulatory reporting.
• Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Lead sustainability initiatives, including resource efficiency and carbon footprint reduction.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Data analysis

Environmental regulations

Wastewater treatment

Air pollution control

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

ISO 14001 knowledge

Environmental management software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer to lead environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives at their operations in Polokwane. This vital role involves developing and implementing strategies to minimize environmental impact, manage waste streams, and ensure adherence to all local and national environmental regulations. You will work at the forefront of industrial environmental management, driving sustainable practices and contributing to the company's corporate social responsibility goals. This is a significant opportunity for an engineer passionate about environmental stewardship in the chemical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental management systems (EMS) compliant with ISO 14001 standards.
• Oversee wastewater treatment, air emission control, and solid waste management processes.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for new projects and modifications.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental permits and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Lead sustainability initiatives, including resource efficiency and carbon footprint reduction projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental engineering, with a focus on the chemical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, and reporting in South Africa.
• Experience with wastewater treatment technologies and air pollution control systems.
• Strong project management and data analysis skills.
• Certification in environmental management (e.g., IEMA) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical coverage and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development in environmental management and sustainability.
• A commitment to environmental responsibility and employee well-being in Polokwane.
• The chance to lead impactful environmental projects.