Senior Manager Environmental Engineering

Bridge Personnel; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary package

Leadership role

Job summary

Bridge Personnel seeks a Senior Manager Environmental Engineering to shape Occupational Hygiene and Ventilation strategies across mining, engineering and environmental sectors in Gauteng. You will lead risk management, policy development and benchmarking to ensure safety, compliance and operational excellence.

This leadership role offers a hybrid work setup with a negotiable salary, and the chance to drive corporate standards while collaborating with regulators and internal teams.

Qualifications

• NQF 7 qualification in Science/Engineering or related field.
• Certificate in Mine Environmental Control or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years in environmental management or risk management.
• Proven expertise in Hygiene Control, Ventilation and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic objectives for Occupational Hygiene, Ventilation, Radiation Protection, and Fire Prevention.
• Establish and maintain a risk management framework for hygiene and ventilation.
• Lead policy creation to govern hygiene and ventilation practices.
• Design optimized processes and report on performance indicators.
• Drive best practices in hygiene and ventilation across operations.

Skills

Hygiene Control

Ventilation Systems

Process Optimization

Strategic Planning

Budget Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Regulatory Liaison

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma in Science/Engineering

Certificate in Mine Environmental Control

Job description

Vacancy: Senior Manager Environmental Engineering

Opportunities to shape strategic environmental initiatives are at the forefront of our client's focus. An established organization operating within the engineering, mining, and environmental sectors is seeking a senior leader to drive the development and execution of Occupational Hygiene and Ventilation strategies that underpin operational safety and compliance.

Duties:

• Develop and implement strategic objectives for Occupational Hygiene, Ventilation, Radiation Protection, and Fire Prevention, aligned with risk-based maturity levels.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework to support hygiene and ventilation goals.
• Lead the creation of policies and procedures to govern Occupational Hygiene and Ventilation practices.
• Design and integrate optimized processes and systems to achieve performance and risk indicators, utilizing benchmarking and regular reporting.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in Occupational Hygiene and Ventilation control, providing guidance for deployment across operational areas.
• Ensure seamless integration of hygiene control systems with other operational disciplines and information systems.
• Monitor and evaluate Hygiene and Ventilation performance, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions.
• Assess future trends, environmental factors, and regulatory changes impacting Occupational Hygiene risks, adjusting strategies accordingly.
• Liaise with internal teams, service providers, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage departmental budgets, lead cost‑saving initiatives, and promote financial efficiency.

Requirements:

• NQF 7 (bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma) in Science/Engineering (Physical, Biological or Social),
• Certificate in Mine Environmental Control,
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in environmental management, risk management, or related fields,
• Proven expertise in Hygiene Control, Ventilation Systems, and Process Optimization,
• Strong strategic planning and budget management skills,
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and regulatory liaison capabilities,
• Demonstrated leadership in developing policies and driving operational excellence.

Familiarity with the following:

• Analysis and environmental management principles.
• Regulatory compliance within environmental and occupational health sectors.

What We'll Give You:

• An influential leadership role with significant scope for impact.
• The opportunity to shape safety and environmental standards at a corporate level.
• Competitive salary package, with negotiable terms.
• A hybrid work environment within Gauteng.
• Supportive team culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Take the next step in your leadership journey and contribute to setting new benchmarks in occupational health and safety. Apply now to become part of a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable practices and operational excellence.