Senior Environmental Engineer — Remote (South Africa)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowance

Flexible working hours

Online professional development

Diverse projects exposure

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to join a leading environmental consultancy. This fully remote role allows you to design and supervise EIAs, EMPs, and remediation strategies for diverse industrial and development projects across South Africa.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a global team using advanced digital tools. A strong background in environmental modeling, SA environmental laws, and remote project management is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related science field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Professional registration with ECSA or relevant professional body advantageous.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental consulting or engineering, with focus on impact assessment and compliance.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling software and data analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of South African environmental laws and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NEMA).
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills suitable for a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently, organize workloads, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in client management and stakeholder engagement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EIAs and EMPs.
• Develop strategies for waste management, pollution control, and site remediation.
• Ensure projects comply with national and international environmental laws.
• Conduct environmental audits and risk assessments for industrial facilities.
• Liaise with regulators, clients, and stakeholders for approvals.
• Prepare environmental reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Mentor junior scientists and engineers working remotely.
• Oversee environmental monitoring programs and data analysis.
• Contribute to development of innovative environmental solutions.

Skills

Environmental engineering

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Technical writing

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Professional registration (ECSA)

Tools

Environmental modeling software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to join a leading environmental consultancy. This fully remote role allows you to design and supervise EIAs, EMPs, and remediation strategies for diverse industrial and development projects across South Africa.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a global team using advanced digital tools. A strong background in environmental modeling, SA environmental laws, and remote project management is