CONTROL ENVIRONMENT OFFICER GRADE A: PRIORITISED INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

Job Overview

The Department is seeking a Control Environment Officer Grade A for Prioritised Infrastructure Projects based in Pretoria, offering a salary of R636 978 per annum (OSD). Applicants must hold a 4-year degree (NQF 8) in Environmental Management, Science, or Natural Science, backed by at least 6 years of post-qualification experience. Key competencies include expertise in NEMA, NEMWA, EIA regulations, sustainable development, project management, and report writing. Responsibilities involve administering environmental authorisations, reviewing EIA reports, processing Section 24G and 30A applications, stakeholder management, mentoring officers, and supporting compliance monitoring.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in Environmental Management/ Science or Natural Science or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 8) as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of 6 years post qualification experience in the related field.
• Appropriate knowledge and experience in the application of National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) (NEMA) as amended, NEMA Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations 2014, and National Environmental Management Waste Act.
• Knowledge of EIA Regulations, integrated environmental management and its application.
• Extensive knowledge of sustainable development ideals and objectives, and associated integrated environmental management instruments and tools.
• Understanding of the policy and legislative framework governing environmental management in general and legislative process.
• Experience in the administration and review of EIAs and the dynamics of EIAs administration systems.
• Advanced computer skills, project management skills, report writing skills, and good communication skills (written or oral).
• Ability to work individually and in a team, under pressure without supervision.
• Willingness to travel extensively and possession of a valid driver’s license.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer the environmental authorisation system in terms of NEMA and NEMWA related to all national developments.
• Review EIA reports and recommendations made by Case Officers.
• Review and process Section 24G and 30A applications in terms of NEMA and its Regulations, 2014 as amended.
• Establish and/or maintain relationships with key stakeholders on monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly meetings or forums.
• Manage, respond and/ or delegate queries from stakeholders.
• Manage, guide and advise Control Environmental Officers and Case Officers.
• Coordinate and interact with stakeholders and provide guidance during planned and impromptu meetings as well as during site visits to clarify EIA related matters.
• Review and/ or provide technical input to Appeals Response Reports (ARRs).
• Support Regulatory Services with compliance monitoring and enforcement.
• Participate in the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) and Strategic Infrastructure Projects (SIPs) meetings for EIA applications lodged with the Department.
• Respond to Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) requests, Ministerial and Parliamentary queries.

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