Senior Mine Environmental Manager — Remote (SA)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Life insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a Mine Environmental Manager for operations near Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role focuses on environmental compliance, EMP/EIA leadership, and sustainable mining practices with liaison to regulators and communities.

The successful candidate will lead monitoring programs, rehabilitation planning, and waste management while driving training and awareness across site personnel. This senior position emphasizes leadership and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Geology, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years in environmental management, with at least 5 years in mining.
• Proven experience developing EIAs and EMPs.
• Strong knowledge of SA mining environmental legislation.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and data analysis.
• Leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with environmental management software is a plus.
• Commitment to sustainable mining practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage EMPs for mining operations.
• Ensure compliance with national and local environmental regulations.
• Conduct EIAs and manage the permitting process.
• Oversee environmental monitoring (air quality, water quality, noise, biodiversity).
• Develop mine rehabilitation and closure strategies.
• Manage mine waste disposal sites and waste regulations compliance.
• Provide environmental training for site personnel.
• Liaise with government agencies, communities, and stakeholders.
• Prepare environmental performance reports for management and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Independent work

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Geology/Mining Engineering

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Environmental monitoring software

Job description

Placements24 is sourcing a Mine Environmental Manager for operations near Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role focuses on environmental compliance, EMP/EIA leadership, and sustainable mining practices with liaison to regulators and communities.

The successful candidate will lead monitoring programs, rehabilitation planning, and waste management while driving training and awareness across site personnel. This senior position emphasizes leadership and stakeholder collaboration.