Senior Environmental Scientist — Remote for SA Energy

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and incentives

Comprehensive health and wellness

Professional development and training

Mission-driven organization in South A

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for a fully remote role to lead EIAs, develop EMPs, and ensure regulatory compliance on energy projects across South Africa.

You will work independently, manage multiple projects, liaise with environmental authorities, and apply environmental modelling and GIS to shape sustainable outcomes.

The position offers flexible remote work, a competitive salary with incentives, comprehensive health benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in environmental consulting or management, with a focus on energy.
• Proven EIAs and EMPs experience under SA regulations (e.g., NEMA).
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, impact assessment processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with energy project types (renewables, power, transmission).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in environmental modelling software and GIS is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EIAs for energy projects.
• Develop and implement EMPs to mitigate impacts.
• Conduct site assessments, baseline studies, and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with national, provincial, and local laws.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and stakeholders for permits.
• Provide guidance on best practices, risk management, and mitigation.
• Conduct environmental audits and training for project teams.
• Interpret data and prepare detailed reports.
• Stay updated on evolving environmental issues and technologies.
• Contribute to policy development and company-wide procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Environmental Science

Tools

GIS

Environmental modelling software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist for a fully remote role to lead EIAs, develop EMPs, and ensure regulatory compliance on energy projects across South Africa.

You will work independently, manage multiple projects, liaise with environmental authorities, and apply environmental modelling and GIS to shape sustainable outcomes.

The position offers flexible remote work, a competitive salary with incentives, comprehensive health benefits, and ongoing professional development.