Senior Environmental Scientist - Mining Compliance Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Environmental Scientist for mining operations near Randburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on ensuring robust environmental compliance, leading EIAs, EMPs, and monitoring programs, and liaising with regulators to protect environmental performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Environmental Science or related field, 7+ years in environmental management within mining, and registration with EAPASA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 7 years in environmental management, with mining experience.
• Knowledge of SA environmental legislation (NEMA, MPRDA) and permitting.
• Experience in EIAs, EMPs, and monitoring programs.
• Strong understanding of ecological principles, hydrogeology, and geochemistry.
• Data analysis and reporting proficiency.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Professional registration with EAPASA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage Environmental Management Plans for mining projects.
• Conduct EIAs and update them as required by regulators.
• Monitor water, air, noise, biodiversity; analyze results.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws, permits.
• Liaise with government agencies and stakeholders on environmental matters.
• Develop and deliver environmental training for site personnel.
• Investigate incidents and develop corrective actions.
• Oversee rehabilitation and closure planning from an environmental perspective.
• Manage consultants and contractors for studies and monitoring.
• Prepare regular environmental performance reports for management and regulators.
• Stay updated on changes in legislation and best practices.

Skills

Environmental management

EIAs

Environmental monitoring

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Environmental Scientist for mining operations near Randburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on ensuring robust environmental compliance, leading EIAs, EMPs, and monitoring programs, and liaising with regulators to protect environmental performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Environmental Science or related field, 7+ years in environmental management within mining, and registration with EAPASA.