Vacancy – Senior-Level Water Use Licence Consultant, Hybrid/Pretoria – Permanent

IAIAsa - International Association for Impact Assessment South Africa; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Senior-Level Water Use Licence Consultant to lead water use authorisation processes and stakeholder engagements. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' experience in environmental consulting and hold an Honours Degree in Environmental Management or similar. This role involves project management, analytical report writing, and may require extensive travel. An SACNASP registration is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 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 SACNASP registered.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate water use authorisation processes.
• Conduct public participation meetings.
• Compile Water Use Licence Technical Reports.
• Manage project budget and costs.
• Liaise with clients and authorities.

Skills

Analytical report writing

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of environmental policies

ArcGIS/QGIS mapping

Education

Honours Degree in Environmental Management or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Position

Senior-Level Water Use Licence Consultant

Job Type

Permanent

Company

OMI Solutions

Location

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

Closing Date

14 November 2025

Roles / Responsibilities & Job Description

OMI Solutions is looking for a Senior-Level Water Use Licence Consultant who can facilitate water use authorisation processes, conduct public participation meetings and other stakeholder engagements. In fulfilling this role, the Senior-Level Water Use Licence Consultant will be responsible for:

• Determining site sensitivities, water uses and the correct licences required, as well as the application process to follow.
• Compiling Water Use Licence Technical Reports and Compliance Audit 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 SACNASP registered.
• Experience with ArcGIS/QGIS mapping & 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 required).
• Must be willing to travel extensively and internationally.

Salary Range

Market related and based on experience.

Contact Information

Email: [e-mail]

Company Website Address: www.omisolutions.co.za