Environmental Officer (2000483357) at Tongaat Hulett

Purpose of the Role

• The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating processes and requirements related to the implementation of the Environmental Plan and the Integrated Environmental Management System.
• This includes maintaining compliance with ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety System, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, conducting training, audits, and inspections, and overseeing environmental risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Programme Planning & Scheduling:

• Align environmental systems and controls with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain integration with Health & Safety standards.
• Identify environmental risks and update environmental plans accordingly.
• Develop and communicate environmental training and inspection schedules.

ISO 14001 Compliance Standards:

• Analyze environmental impact and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Track progress of corrective and preventive environmental measures.
• Maintain environmental communication records and update documentation.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures and emergency response plans.
• Environmental Programme Implementation & Procedural Compliance:
• Conduct environmental training for employees and management.
• Verify compliance of environmental signage, licenses, and certifications.
• Ensure contractor compliance with environmental regulations.
• Perform mock trials to assess environmental incident preparedness.

Site Inspections & Audits:

• Conduct inspections to validate compliance with waste management and emissions standards.
• Analyze technical studies and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform internal audits and report findings for management approval.
• Track and address environmental incident deviations.

Incident Investigation & Management:

• Manage response to environmental incidents and coordinate internal/external teams.
• Monitor execution of corrective actions and report progress.
• Engage with local authorities on regulatory inspections and compliance.

Administration & Reporting:

• Maintain environmental management records and documentation.
• Prepare reports on environmental performance, audits, and compliance.
• Manage documentation for meetings, training, and environmental interventions.
• Maintain databases for inspection registers, permits, and certifications.

Qualifications & Experience

• A three-year tertiary qualification in Environmental Management (B.Sc, B.Tech, or N.Dip).
• Certification in Environmental Incident Management or related courses.
• 3–5 years of experience in environmental management within an industrial or manufacturing site.
• Trained and experienced as an internal auditor on ISO 14001.
• Valid Code B driving license.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.