Regional Environmental Officer (Centurion) at Afrimat

Minimum Qualification / Experience:

• National Diploma/ Degree in Environmental Management, Science or other relevant qualifications
• 3 + years of relevant working experience in a similar role
• Valid driver’s license
• Willing to travel to different sites mainly within Gauteng
• Local exposure and regional knowledge will be an advantage
• The candidate must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act
• Own transport

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited not):

• Ensure all operations comply with national, provincial, and local environment legislation (e.g. NEMA,MPRDA,NWA,NEM:WA)
• Engage with internal stakeholders (Site Managers, SHEQ teams, Engineers) and external stakeholders (regulators, local communities, NGOs)
• Support public participation processes and respond to environmental concerns raised by communities or authorities
• Manage and ensure adherence to Environmental Authorisations (EAs), Water Use
• Licences (WULs), Waste Management Licences (WMLs), and other permits
• Oversee the implementation of environmental monitoring programs (e.g., air quality, water quality, biodiversity, noise, dust, etc.).
• Analyse and report on environmental performance indicators and ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual reports are submitted as required
• Maintain up-to-date records and documentation for compliance verification
• Implement and maintain ISO 14001 or other Environmental Management Systems across operations
• Develop, review, and update Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) and Rehabilitation Plans
• Monitor and evaluate progressive rehabilitation activities in line with approved closure plans
• Support the development and review of closure cost estimates and ensure financial provisioning aligns with regulations
• Develop and deliver environmental training programs to staff and contractors
• Contribute to corporate sustainability and ESG reporting, including metrics on carbon emissions, water use, waste, and biodiversity
• Support initiatives for climate change adaptation, energy efficiency, and resource conservation
• Participate and contribute actively in the Afrimat SHE network

Closing Date: 9 October 2025