Environmental Officer Specialised Production: Prioritised Infrastructure Projects 1 at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Environmental Management/Natural Sciences or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. Must have a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant working experience.

Duties

• Review and evaluate EIA Applications. Review and evaluate applications for Integrated Environmental Authorisations. Review and evaluate S24G applications. Conduct site inspections and compile site visit reports.
• Coordinate with Enforcement & Licensing sections unit within the department. Assist in administration and monitoring compliance with environmental authorisations issues. Provide professional advice in respect of EIA decision-making. Draft submissions and recommend for EIA decisions.
• Assist in the development of relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Implement approved systems, tools and SOPs related to environmental impact management. Internal and external liaison regarding applications for Environmental Authorisations (communication with stakeholders and clients).
• Provide a support function and technical inputs into appeals lodged with the Minister in terms of the NEMA and NEMA Regulations. Provide assistance in the administration and monitoring of compliance with environmental authorisations issued. Provide inputs into environmental related legislation and policies.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in processing EIA decisions and is currently involved in the EIA sector. Thorough knowledge and experience of the National Environmental Management Act, as amended and National Environmental Management: Waste Act. Thorough knowledge and experience of GN Regulation 982, 983, 984, 985 and 994 and its proposed amendments.
• Thorough knowledge of S24 of NEMA. Thorough knowledge of integrated environmental management and its application. Knowledge of sustainable development ideals and objectives.
• Working experience in the administration and review of EIA’s and the dynamics of EIA administration systems. Advanced computer literacy skills will serve as an added advantage. EAPASA registration, attendance of environmental management or EIA courses, and GIS skills will serve as an added advantage.
• Good communication skills (written, oral and graphic). Good organising, planning and reporting skills. Problem solver and strategic thinker. Ability to work individually and in a team. Ability to work under pressure as well as willingness to travel long distances. Must have a valid Driving license.