ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION

Job Overview

DARDLEA is hiring an Environmental Officer Specialised Production based in Nkangala District with a salary of R518 769 per annum. Candidates need a Grade 12 and an NQF 7 degree in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Law, or Environmental Sciences, plus 4 years of experience, including 2 in EIA. Mandatory EAPASA registration under Section 24H of NEMA is required. Duties involve reviewing environmental authorisations, evaluating mining and land use applications, and providing technical advice.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) or related qualification in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Law, or Environmental Sciences.
• Minimum of four (4) years post qualification experience in Environmental Management.
• At least two (2) years of the experience must be in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
• Registration with EAPASA in terms of Section 24H of NEMA.
• Knowledge of relevant Public Service Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Finance Management).
• Practical knowledge of and experience in working with the National Environmental Management Act, Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, associated Instruments, and policies, guidelines, norms and standards related to Integrated Environmental Management.
• Understanding and knowledge of all environmental prescripts applicable for EIA.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including negotiation and diplomacy.
• Experience in project administration, and policy analysis and development.
• Resourceful, and an ability to operate Microsoft office programmes effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure within strict timelines.
• Ability to write and interpret technical reports and documents.
• A valid driver’s license.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and administer applications for environmental authorisations and all associated reports submitted to the District office in terms of the appropriate legislation.
• Draft recommendations for enforceable environmental authorisations.
• Evaluate and provide comment for applications for mining activities where the Department of Mineral Resources is the Competent Authority.
• Evaluate and comment on Land Use Applications.
• Maintain accurate registers of all applications and authorisations.
• Facilitate the implementation of other Integrated Environmental Management tools.
• Provide specialised technical input and advice on impact management to clients, stakeholders and communities.
• Perform administrative and related functions.

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