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Environmental Officer (Production Level): Pollution Policy and Regulatory Services
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree in Natural,Physical sciences, environmental science/management, engineering or equivalent qualification; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).
Recommendation
Experience in researching and applying expertise and technology in pollution management; Willingness to conduct regular site visits and water quality monitoring around the Western Cape.
Key Performance Areas
Providing comment and guidance on environmental impacts of developments, legislation, policy and programmes; Monitoring compliance and supporting the Department’s law enforcement directorate to enforce statutory obligations relating to pollution prevention and control; Supporting the implementation and coordination of the projects and programmes in the Directorate; Carrying out administrative procedures relating to the working environment.
Competencies
Knowledge in the following: Integrated environmental management (including pollution management) and environmental management legislation; Functioning of ecosystems, social interactions and other environmental aspects; Methodologies and techniques for the evaluation of environmental impacts, environmental monitoring and auditing; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Written and verbal communication; Planning, organising and report writing; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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