Environmental Officer (Hay level 14/C3)( Internal & External ) (North West) at NECSA

Job Profile:

• To develop, implement, maintain and manage the ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management system and requirements of Necsa SHEQ-INS system to ensure compliance to environmental legislative requirements, alignment to ISO14001:2015 certification standards and drive improvements within Fluoro-chemical operations.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS AND COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

• Establishment, implementation and maintenance of IMS documents (as per ISO 14001:2015)
• Schedule and conduct internal risk assessments audits and job observations / self assessments of on operational tasks to ensure compliance to license and operational requirements
• Monitor environmental compliance on to current policies, procedures, registers, legislation and regulation.
• Continuous monitoring of updates in legislation that might impact procedures, policies, permits and licensing. Communicate to process owners and management
• Provide training and awareness programs for plant personnel on environmental best
• practices.
• Attend Environmental Forum/permit meetings
• Renew and apply environmental licensing / permits before expiration
• Schedule and conduct external audits on e.g. suppliers and/or customers
• Assist in developing and implementing environmental sustainability strategies
• Report risk environmental incidents and generate, loading of environmental incidents / non-conformances on EMP. Ensure that environmental incidents are thoroughly investigated and root causes, corrective, preventative actions measures are actioned.
• Compile and regularly update action plans for inspections and audits, management review meetings, IMS objectives and facility specific action plans.
• Drive employee awareness and engagement through environmental education and training initiatives, fostering a culture of sustainability throughout the organization.

MONITORING AND EVALUATING ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

• Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and permits, ensuring adherence to standards and reporting requirements.
• Compile and update Risk register and involved in verifying the performance monitoring for the section.
• Evaluate test results received from NLS in relation to our permit and licensing conditions and parameters. Report any deviations to Environmental Management
• Group
• Evaluate environmental survey outcomes and by generating non-conformances and action plans reporting deviations.
• Compile monthly/quarterly and yearly environmental reports.
• Ensure stack monitoring on all stacks in accordance to the requirements of the
• Atmospheric Emission License and record any deviations from the results out outcomes to the EMP.
• Conduct ground water monitoring to ensure compliance and record any deviations from results outcomes to the EMP.
• Involved in verifying the performance monitoring / involved in verifying performance progress reported during execution of projects listed on the annual plan of action for the section.
• Review of integrated management system documents and other QA support documents (e.g. Review of IMS policy, IMS objectives, etc.).

NON-CONFORMANCES / EVENTS

Management of non-conformances and events / incidents by:

• Coordinating investigation meetings and preparing investigation and close-out reports
• Register all non-conformances / events, and follow up and close-out of all open non-conformances / events
• Register all PARs and CARs, and follow up and close out reports

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

• Coordinate and schedule environmental surveys based on environmental compliance requirement.
• Perform quality activities as prescribed in the facility specific environmental management system (I.e. surveillances, acceptance verifications, etc.); and
• Perform surveillances on the various processes and operations in the section.
• Perform routine sample based surveillance of records.
• Assist facilities to resolve issues if non-compliance to statutory and regulatory requirements has been detected which can endanger the lives of personnel and the environment.
• Conduct regular environmental monitoring to assess impact and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain a record of environmental monitoring data and ensure compliance with set standards.
• Identify and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and improve environmental performance.
• Implement sustainable practices such as energy efficiency measures or renewable energy integration.

ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT

• Establishes risk management processes and procedures that aim to prevent business interruptions that will affect the day-to-day operations of the business.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for environmental incidents.
• Conduct regular drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans.
• Develop and implement waste management procedures to minimize environmental impact.
• Reduce hazardous waste generation by implementing controlling measures.
• Implement measures to control air emissions and reduce pollutants.
• Maintain emissions within permissible limits set by regulatory authorities.
• Monitor and manage water usage and discharge.
• Reduce water consumption per unit of production through recycling and conservation measures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge in ISO 14001 : 2015
• Implementation and Management of ISO14001:2015 Environmental
• Management system
• Technical background of processes and systems within the department
• Knowledge of applicable
• Environmental legislation, regulation and standards
• Good report writing and record keeping skills
• Communication skills and conflict management
• Good knowledge of MS Word,
• Excel and Access

COMPETENCIES (Job Specific and Behavioural)

• Teamwork and confidence building
• Professional
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Factual decision making
• Assertive
• Structured and organised
• Pro-active and supportive
• Able to work in a team
• Adaptability / flexibility
• Excellence / quality orientation
• Objectivity
• Efficient time management

Requirements
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• National Diploma in Environmental management/ Environmental Science/Environmental Health or equivalent.
• ISO 9001 Lead Audit/ Implementation and Internal Audit certification will be an added advantage.
• Approximately 3 - 5 years relevant experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment with experience in developing and continuous compliance to ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management systems.
• Minimum 4 years ISO 14001:2015 internal audit experience or exposure.