Contractor - Environmental Specialist at Astron Energy (Pty) Ltd.

• Coordinating all soil and groundwater related activities required to assure compliance with the Refinery Remediation order & General Authorization including but not limited to supervising external contractors conducting sitewide groundwater monitoring & maintenance of remediation measures; engaging and reporting to authorities; internal and external stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinating all waste management activities required to assure compliance with the Refinery Waste license & ensure compliance with other waste related legal requirements (for example Basel convention).
• Supporting Refinery Environmental Team lead with initiatives relating to NEMA S30 reporting; Biodiversity management; evaluation of projects & initiatives to determine environmental compliance requirements (EIA, permits/licenses/site & corporate requirements)
• Supporting Environmental Specialist responsible for water and air quality management as and when required.
• Supporting Environmental Graduate with development objectives relating to groundwater and waste management.
• Providing support to Business continuity team over weekends and holidays
• Providing support to SHEQ team during Turnaround events (field checks, incident reporting & investigation).

Professional Qualification and Certifications:

• National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Science
• The following would be advantageous: ISO14001 awareness training

Work Experience: 

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in South African Petrochemical Refinery ideally as part of the Environmental or Process Safety Management Team.
• The following would be advantageous: Experience in groundwater management.

Knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge about South African environmental legal framework and compliance requirements applicable to a Refinery. 
• Advanced computer and analytical thinking.
• Advanced communication skill (written and verbal).
• Fit for duty to perform required scope.
• Valid driver’s license.

End Date: September 24, 2025