6 Environmental Science jobs in South Africa

Job Title: Environmental Scientist

Location: Durban

Responsibilities:

• Project management of environmental assessment and monitoring projects
• Develop proposal documents and budgets
• Prepare all reports that are applicable to Applications for Environmental Authorisations and
• Water Use Licence Applications
• Perform evaluations of environmental impacts and apply for water usage licenses.
• Conducting risk assessments and providing recommendations for mitigation strategies
• Producing detailed reports on findings and recommendations
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders to ensure project goals are met

• BSc Honours in Environmental Management or related field
• Master's degree in Environmental Management in advantageous
• Registration with the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA) is mandatory
• Registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) is mandatory
• At least 3 to 5 years of consulting experience
• Excellent communication and client liaison abilities
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and legislation
• Experience with mining projects will be advantageous

Contact Hire Resolve for you next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable based on knowledge and experience
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Alyssa Marson at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can alsovisit the Hire Resolve website:hireresolve.us or email us your CV:(emailprotected)

Experience and Skills:

The candidate must:

• Have a Degree in Environmental Management (Honours or higher) or other relevant degree.
• Be a registered EAP or Sci.Nat.
• Have approximately 3 - 10 years of relevant experience.
• Have a valid passport, drivers license and own transport.
• Be willing to travel within South Africa.

• Manage Basic Assessments and/or provide support on EIAs.
• Compile proposals and reports.
• Coordinate project schedules.
• Manage budgets.
• Appoint and manage specialists.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement.

• Excellent knowledge and application of environmental legislation.
• Ability to work in a dynamic consulting environment.
• Committed team player.
• Excellent reporting and presentation skills additional languages would be advantageous.
• Analytical and integrative skills across diverse disciplines and sectors.

Market related with Company Benefits.

Rewards:

We believe that people are our major asset. Our ability to attract and retain highly motivated employees is largely dependent on the opportunities that we provide for individuals to satisfy their personal goals within the framework of the organisation. In order to achieve these objectives, we aim to:

• Pay above-average packages for good performance and monitor the remuneration structure in each relevant market so that we dont fall behind;
• Accommodate individual preferences for work assignments and schedules as far as possible;
• Support an open-door policy. Where employees feel they have difficulty in discussing concerns with their seniors, they have direct access to any Partner, Member of the Human Resources Committee or the Human Resources Manager and ultimately the Managing Director.

Upon becoming a permanent member of staff, the Company will endeavour to pay an annual performance bonus to each permanent employee as a reward for individual / financial performance. The Company reserves the right to pay an interim bonus during the year, normally in December. This forms part of the annual bonus.

The Company is an employee-owned Company. In line with the Company policy, an offer of available shares is made each year and employees are encouraged to invest in their Company. Partners consider the views of shareholders on the admission of new employees as shareholders.

Experience and Skills:

The candidate must:

• Have a bachelors degree in environmental science, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Economics or Environmental Engineering.
• Be a Candidate EAP.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the MS Office suite, particularly MS Word and MS Excel.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Have a desire for learning and professional growth.
• Be willing to work across disciplines and developing a diverse skill set.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide support where required.
• Be resourceful, proactive, and capable of working independently.

Preference will be given to candidates who:

• Have some knowledge of environmental legislation.
• Demonstrate strong scientific reporting, research, and data analysis skills.
• Possess a background or keen interest in environmental management, biodiversity, climate change and atmospheric sciences.
• Proficiency in additional local languages i.e. Zulu.

Interested applicants are required to submit the following to be considered:

• A comprehensive CV detailing your experience to date (if applicable).
• Copies of your school results, academic qualification(s), and university transcripts.
• A reference letter from your course convenor or supervisor.

RPO Recruitment’s client is currently in search of a Pr.Sci.Nat Environmental Scientist who can join their team in Ballito as soon as possible to provide expert advice and guidance on environmental issues mainly within the mining industry.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management
• Minimum 6 years’ experience within the Environmental Consulting Sector
• Professional registration (EAPASA, SACNASP)
• Expert in EIAs, IWUL applications, environmental auditing and compliance monitoring, mine closure planning and financial provision assessments, environmental risk assessments, development of mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and policies.

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh ( ) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: (emailprotected)

Hire Resolve's Client, a great mining company in KwaZulu-Natal, is currently looking for a skilled Environmental and Mine Closure Scientist to join their mining team.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management.
• Post graduate degree in Environmental Management is beneficial.
• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience within the Environmental Consulting Sector.
• Professional registration (EAPASA, SACNASP) is beneficial.
• Proficient in MS Office, including MS Excel & MS Word.
• Experience in managing projects and budgets.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Good understanding of rehabilitation techniques and strong technical skills relating to rehabilitation implementation is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of applicable mine closure and financial provisioning legislation and regulations and how they are practically implemented is beneficial.
• Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of GIS systems and modelling software (Global Mapper) is beneficial.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to (emailprotected) or visit our website:

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