Senior Environmental Scientist, Mining ESG & Compliance

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

CSR focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for Soweto, Gauteng to drive environmental compliance and sustainability in our mining client’s operations. You will develop and oversee EMPs, conduct EIAs, monitor performance, and collaborate with site teams.

The ideal candidate has an MSc in Environmental Science, at least six years in mining, deep knowledge of NEMA and MPRDA, and strong communication and project management skills to lead rehabilitation and closure planning.

Qualifications

• MSc or equivalent in Environmental Science or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive environmental management experience in mining.
• In-depth knowledge of SA environmental legislation (NEMA, MPRDA) and mining regs.
• Experience conducting EIAs and managing EMPs.
• Experience in mine rehabilitation and closure planning.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EMPs for mining operations.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Conduct EIAs and associated studies.
• Monitor environmental performance (water quality, air quality, noise, biodiversity).
• Develop mine rehabilitation and closure plans.
• Oversee waste management strategies and programs.
• Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Liaise with regulators, stakeholders, and community representatives on environmental matters.
• Provide environmental training and awareness programs to site personnel.
• Prepare environmental reports, audit findings and recommendations for management.

Skills

Environmental management

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

MSc Environmental Science

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for Soweto, Gauteng to drive environmental compliance and sustainability in our mining client’s operations. You will develop and oversee EMPs, conduct EIAs, monitor performance, and collaborate with site teams.

The ideal candidate has an MSc in Environmental Science, at least six years in mining, deep knowledge of NEMA and MPRDA, and strong communication and project management skills to lead rehabilitation and closure planning.