27 Senior Esg Manager Environmental Specialisation Contract jobs in South Africa

Job Description

Opportunity to drive sustainability awareness, actions, and results in a prominent DFI. Translate the sustainability framework into action, coordinate and deliver targeted sustainability programmes, products, and services. Build internal capability and embed sustainability across the organisation.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in sustainability, preferably within Financial Services.
• Understanding of Sustainability frameworks.
• Minimum of 3 years experience building sustainability programmes.

A minimum of 5 years' experience in sustainability, preferably within Financial Services, required together with an understanding of Sustainability frameworks and a minimum of 3 y ears experience building sustainability programmes.

Introduction

Our client in the manufacturing industry are currently seeking the skills of a Group Sustainability Manager to be based in Gauteng

Duties & Responsibilities

Main job function

Maintain and improve integrated Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability (HSES) practices

Identify and evaluate climate-related risks and opportunities

Promote and implement circular economy principles across the value chain, including initiatives for waste minimisation, energy and water efficiency, responsible sourcing, and sustainable material use

Stay informed and advise on relevant regulations and ESG developments

Foster a practical culture of health, safety and environmental responsibility

Support operational leaders and teams to manage HSES responsibility

Assist with budgeting for health, safety, environment and sustainability

Coordinate internal and external engagement on sustainability progress

Community Development and Social Impact

Implement and maintain digital ESG platforms and data tools to streamline sustainability data collection, tracking, and reporting

Lead and manage people to achieve performance objectives

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or related field

Registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) is recommended where applicable.

Additional certifications such as GRI Certified Training (for sustainability reporting) or relevant ESG training are advantageous

Criteria

Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in sustainability, environmental management, or SHEQ roles

Proven track record in:

ESG and sustainability reporting

• Climate risk and opportunity assessment
• Stakeholder engagement (internal and external)
• Leading cross-functional ESG projects and embedding sustainability across operational functions

Exposure to international ESG trends, integrated reporting, and audit processes

In-depth knowledge of South African environmental, mining, and safety legislation (e.g., NEMA, MPRDA, MHSA, OHS Act)

Familiarity with ESG disclosure frameworks, sustainability indices, and investor expectations

Experience with digital sustainability data platforms (e.g., PowerBI or similar tools)

Strong understanding of circular economy, resource efficiency, and climate strategy principles

Ability to translate technical environmental and climate data into business-relevant insights

Interested?

Our client in the manufacturing industry are currently seeking the skills of a Group Sustainability Manager to be based in Gauteng

Main job function

Maintain and improve integrated Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability (HSES) practices
Identify and evaluate climate-related risks and opportunities
Promote and implement circular economy principles across the value chain, including initiatives for waste minimisation, energy and water efficiency, responsible sourcing, and sustainable material use
Stay informed and advise on relevant regulations and ESG developments
Foster a practical culture of health, safety and environmental responsibility
Support operational leaders and teams to manage HSES responsibility
Assist with budgeting for health, safety, environment and sustainability
Coordinate internal and external engagement on sustainability progress
Community Development and Social Impact
Implement and maintain digital ESG platforms and data tools to streamline sustainability data collection, tracking, and reporting
Lead and manage people to achieve performance objectives

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or related field
Registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) is recommended where applicable.
Additional certifications such as GRI Certified Training (for sustainability reporting) or relevant ESG training are advantageous

Criteria

Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in sustainability, environmental management, or SHEQ roles
Proven track record in:
ESG and sustainability reporting
Climate risk and opportunity assessment
Stakeholder engagement (internal and external)
Leading cross-functional ESG projects and embedding sustainability across operational functions
Exposure to international ESG trends, integrated reporting, and audit processes
In-depth knowledge of South African environmental, mining, and safety legislation (e.g., NEMA, MPRDA, MHSA, OHS Act)
Familiarity with ESG disclosure frameworks, sustainability indices, and investor expectations
Experience with digital sustainability data platforms (e.g., PowerBI or similar tools)
Strong understanding of circular economy, resource efficiency, and climate strategy principles
Ability to translate technical environmental and climate data into business-relevant insights

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.

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