Environmental Officer Specialized Production at Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

REQUIREMENTS :

• An NQF 6 qualification in Natural Science / Environmental Management / Environmental Law / Environmental Science / Biodiversity or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. EAPASA registration in terms of S24H of NEMA. Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in the Environmental Quality Management field. Valid driver’s license. 

DUTIES :

• Management of the EIA process, including the drafting of environmental authorisations and conditions of authorisations. Management and dissemination of information and technical/procedural advice relating to environmental impact management. Management and implementation of other Integrated Environmental Management tools. Perform and manage administrative and related functions. Conduct site inspections and compile site visit reports. Evaluate environmental authorisation applications which include the following: Provide technical and procedural advice to stakeholders (e.g. Environmental Assessment Practitioners (EAP’s), local authorities and other departments and applicants). Review, interpret and evaluate applications and associated documentation according to established norms and standards. Review and evaluate Environmental Management Programmes for mining, municipal and water use applications. Review, evaluate and assess applications of unlawful development. Records management. Manage and facilitate resources (financial, human and physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.