Senior Environmental Sanitation Specialist – Hybrid + Vehicle

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, Centurion-based environmental consulting firm, seeks an Environmental Sanitation Specialist to develop and implement sanitation strategies for clients, focusing on public health, waste management, and pollution control. The role blends fieldwork with office analysis.

The candidate should hold a master's in a related field with at least six years' experience, strong reporting skills, and proficiency in GIS and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, Sanitation Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in environmental sanitation, public health, or waste management.
• In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, waste management techniques, and public health regulations in Gauteng.
• Proven experience conducting environmental assessments and developing management plans.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong presentation and communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel within Gauteng region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough environmental sanitation assessments for various sites (industrial, commercial, public).
• Develop and implement tailored sanitation plans, waste management strategies, and pest control programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of sanitation initiatives and adjust as needed.
• Ensure adherence to national and provincial environmental and public health regulations.
• Investigate and report on sanitation-related issues such as pollution incidents or outbreaks.
• Provide expert advice and training to clients and staff on best sanitation practices.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, community stakeholders, and other environmental professionals.
• Research and recommend new technologies and methodologies for improving sanitation services.
• Prepare detailed reports, proposals, and presentations on sanitation projects and findings.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for sanitation-related consulting engagements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Presentation skills

Independent worker

GIS knowledge

MS Office

Education

Masters in Environmental Science

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Job description

Placements24, Centurion-based environmental consulting firm, seeks an Environmental Sanitation Specialist to develop and implement sanitation strategies for clients, focusing on public health, waste management, and pollution control. The role blends fieldwork with office analysis.

The candidate should hold a master's in a related field with at least six years' experience, strong reporting skills, and proficiency in GIS and MS Office.