Senior Environmental Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Home office allowance

Growth opportunities

Impactful projects

Supportive culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer for a fully remote role guiding environmental aspects of major infrastructure and industrial projects. You will lead EIAs, implement EMPs, and advise on permitting while promoting sustainable practices.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills to manage distributed teams and ensure compliance across projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Science, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation and permitting in South Africa.
• Experience with environmental modeling and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of EIAs and EMPs.
• Develop strategies for pollution control, waste management, and resource conservation.
• Provide advice on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site assessments and audits to evaluate risks and performance.
• Collaborate with project teams and regulators to meet environmental objectives.
• Mentor junior environmental engineers and contribute to best practices.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to join their leading remote team. This role is critical for guiding the environmental aspects of large-scale infrastructure and industrial projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting sustainable practices. You will lead environmental impact assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and advise on environmental management plans. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in environmental science and engineering, coupled with strong leadership and communication skills essential for managing projects in a distributed environment. This is an opportunity to shape environmental stewardship in major developments while benefiting from the flexibility of a fully remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Develop and implement strategies for pollution control, waste management, and resource conservation.
• Provide expert advice on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site assessments and audits to evaluate environmental risks and performance.
• Collaborate with project teams, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure environmental objectives are met.
• Mentor junior environmental engineers and contribute to the development of best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting or engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation and permitting processes in South Africa.
• Experience with environmental modeling and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and technological support.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and conference participation.
• Significant influence on environmental sustainability in major projects.
• A supportive and forward-thinking organizational culture.