Mid-Senior Level Environmental Assessment Practitioner

IAIAsa - International Association for Impact Assessment South Africa; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Mid- to Senior-Level Environmental Assessment Practitioner. This role involves managing environmental authorisation processes and public participation meetings. Candidates should have an Honours Degree in Environmental Management and over five years of experience in the field. Proficiency in ArcGIS and project management software is essential. The position is hybrid, with a preference for candidates based in Pretoria, Gauteng. Extensive travel is required for site visits and client meetings.

Benefits

Remote work optional

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in environmental consulting.
• EAPASA registration is a must.
• Experience with Financial Provisioning Reporting or ESG advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate licensing and environmental authorisation processes.
• Compile Basic Assessment and Scoping Reports.
• Manage project budget and costs.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Analytical report writing

Public participation

Project management

Knowledge of environmental policies

Proficiency in ArcGIS

Proficient with Microsoft Project

Education

Honours Degree in Environmental Management or similar

Job description

Job Description

OMI Solutions is looking for a Mid- to Senior-Level Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) who can facilitate licensing and environmental authorisation processes, conduct public participation meetings and other stakeholder engagements. In fulfilling this role, the EAP will be responsible for:

• Determining site sensitivities, listed activities and the correct authorisations required, as well as the application process to follow.
• Compiling Basic Assessment and Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment/Environmental Management Programme Reports.
• Determining project costs and managing project budget.
• Managing and coordinating public participation processes.
• Liaising with clients and authorities.
• Overall project management and specialist management.
• Analytical report writing.

Qualifications / Experience Required

• Minimum of Honours Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or similar field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in environmental consulting.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental policies/legislation.
• Must be EAPASA registered.
• Experience with Financial Provisioning Reporting or Environmental, Social Governance (ESG) will be advantageous.
• Must be proficient with ArcGIS.
• Experience with Microsoft Project.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and be prepared to work extra time occasionally in order to do so.
• Must be able to work independently and without supervision.
• Must also be able to function productively as part of a team.
• Must be willing to travel for site visits and client meetings.
• Code B (code 8) driver’s licence (own transport would be advantageous).
• Must be willing to travel extensively and internationally.

Additional Information

Job position: Mid- to Senior-Level Environmental Assessment Practitioner

Company name: OMI Solutions

Job type: Permanent

Location: Hybrid position (remote work optional – preferred location Pretoria, Gauteng).

Closing Dates: 31 January 2026

Salary range: N/A

Contact Person: OMI Solutions

Contact Phone Number: N/A

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Company Web Site Address: www.omisolutions.co.za