Sustainability and IMS Coordinator

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cape Town is looking for a Sustainability & IMS Coordinator to manage the Integrated Management System (IMS) and support environmental and social management initiatives. The role involves auditing, compliance checks, and risk assessments across projects, requiring a Degree in a relevant field and 2–5 years of related experience. Excellent English communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ experience with ISO and/or IFC management systems.
• Exposure to construction or renewable energy projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Conduct internal project audits for ISO and ESMS standards.
• Assist with developing IMS documentation including procedures and templates.
• Support training and capacity-building initiatives.
• Oversee external audits and liaise with service providers.
• Identify risks, non-conformances, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

ISO and/or IFC management systems

Auditing skills

Strong administrative skills

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

Degree/Diploma in Risk, Environmental, Health & Safety Management

Job description

Overview

Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Type: Full-time

We are looking for a Sustainability & IMS Coordinator to support the implementation and maintenance of an Integrated Management System (IMS) and project-specific Environmental & Social Management Systems (ESMSs). The role involves audits, compliance checks, risk assessments, and system improvements across multiple projects, with occasional travel within South Africa and Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer the IMS.

• Conduct internal project audits (ISO and ESMS standards).

• Assist with developing IMS documentation (procedures, templates, process flows).

• Support training and capacity-building initiatives.

• Oversee external audits and liaise with service providers.

• Identify risks, non-conformances, and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Risk, Environmental, Health & Safety Management, or related.

• 2–5 years’ experience with ISO and/or IFC management systems.

• Exposure to construction or renewable energy projects (advantageous).

• Strong administrative, auditing, and reporting skills.

• Excellent English communication skills (written & spoken).