Environmental Officer Specialised Production at Gauteng: Department of Environment

Requirements :

• Grade 12 plus Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Management, Natural sciences and Chemistry as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience within environmental Field. Valid drivers’ license.

Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge and application of National Environmental Management Air Quality Act, 2001 (Act No 39 of 2004) and alignment to Environmental Impact Assessment processes, and other environmental legislation, policies and procedures that are relevant for effective management of our environment. Good understanding of Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act, and other regulations and directives. Must have proven verbal, written, communication, computer skills and a valid driver’s license. Ability to timeously produce thorough and informative documents/reports, and to formulate clear, concise, and legally defensible decisions.

Duties :

• Implement the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (Act 39 of 2004) and the Gauteng Province Air Quality Management Plan. Lead complex research studies to support development and amendment of regulatory tools. Conduct analysis of scientific, technical and legal information to inform legislation proposals. Review and quality-assure research outputs produced by the team or consultants. Lead drafting, review, and refinement of guidelines, legislation amendments, regulatory frameworks, and procedures under NEM: AQA. Prepare formal submissions, motivation documents, concept notes and legislative proposals for approval processes.
• Ensure all regulatory tools comply with administrative justice, legal drafting protocols and Air Quality Act provisions. Consolidate inputs from municipalities, industry, stakeholders, and internal directorates. Develop technical content for training programmes and facilitate training sessions and workshops on new or amended legislation. Provide expert guidance on interpretation and implementation of legislation and regulatory tools. Oversee consultant deliverables, project reports and compliance with contracted outputs. Prepare technical progress reports, close-out reports and strategic briefing notes.
• The employee is expected to handle their own basic administrative tasks and provide administrative support within the directorate. This includes tasks such as filing and document management (e.g., registering documents on the system), taking minutes during meetings and ensuring the smooth operation of the sub-directorate. The employee may also assist in preparing discussion documentation, ensuring the provision of necessary stationary and audio-visual requirements, and performing any other administrative functions necessary for the efficient running of workshops or conferences.
• Attend and actively participate in sub-directorate and directorate meetings as necessary. This may involve preparing inputs, delivering presentations, assisting with meeting administration, and even chairing meetings.

Closing Date : 06-03-2026