Environmental Officer
job description
Key responsibilities
Plan, develop and control the Environmental Management and
Conservation of the natural environment of the Municipality in
Accordance with applicable Legislation and Municipal By-Laws
(NEMA 107 of 1998 as amended)
- Liaise with relevant role-players/stakeholders/local
Environment forums in relation to the management of
Sensitive and protected areas.
- Initiate Environmental Management systems, programs,
And plans, and monitor implementation compliances.
- Manage and control own sectional budget
- Continuous auditing and alignment of appropriate
Environmental mechanisms, plans, and programs with
The strategic objectives of the Municipality
- Participates in the delivery of awareness and educational
Programs on environmental management approaches to
The community
- Manage environmental approval, authorization
Infrastructure, and other municipal development projects
- Manage and control procedural administrative
Requirements, record keeping, and reporting deadlines
Associated with the functionality
- Keep abreast of developments, legislative changes,
Emerging trends, and the latest technologies in the
Profession
Personal
- Very hardworking
- Reliable
- Dynamic professional with great values and integrity
- Team player that believes in constant and ongoing
Communication
- Very detailed in his approach
Knowledge Competencies
- Project Management Skills
- Proficiency in at least 2 South African official languages
- Read, Write and speak
- People Management
- Ability to give attention to detail.
- Analytical
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Willingness to work after normal working hours, during
Emergencies, and planned overtime.
Experience
- 15 years of experience as an Environmental Officer or
Similar role
- 10 years experience in report writing
- 8 years of experience on Mining Sites/projects producing
Reports
- Experience with writing policies and procedures for
Mining Environmental issues
- Worked with other Environmental Impact Study
Companies, especially on mining projects
**Qualifications**:
- Matric
- Degree in Environmental Management/Natural Science/
Urban Studies/Town Planning or equivalent NQF7
- Code B drivers license with no judgements
- 3-5 years experience in a similar role