Environmental Officer (Production Level): Waste Management Planning, Ref No. EADP 25/2023 at Western Cape Government

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree in Natural or Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences or Engineering or equivalent qualification; A valid driving license (Code B or higher)

Recommendation    

• Willing to travel when required; Experience in planning, organising and report writing.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide advice on technical reports that includes basic impact assessment, scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment reports with respect to waste management; Provide environmental advice to organs of state and other stakeholders regarding Integrated Waste Management; Assist the department and implementation of projects regarding Waste Information Management; Liaise extensively with the public via telephone and e-mail regarding waste information queries; Assist with the consultative capacity building engagements; Monitor compliance and support the enforcement of our statutory obligations (NEMA, NEM:WA & NEM: WIR).

Competencies    

• Knowledge in the following: Information and / or waste or pollution management field; Statistical analysis (basic); Environmental Management; Environmental, general and hazardous waste management; Environmental legislation; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Basic knowledge in using word-processing and spreadsheet packages through
• Windows applications and electronic mail (Microsoft Office Suite); Written and verbal communication; Ability to communicate effectively via a wide range of media to a diverse range of stakeholders, including handling queries; Ability to interpret and analyse waste information documents/reports; Conduct and interpret environmental monitoring and audits.