Environmental Officer Grade A-C: Pollution And Waste Management

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have: An appropriate Degree in Environmental Management/ Natural Sciences, and Environmental Law. A minimum of one to two (1-2) years’ relevant experience in Environmental Management, preferably in Pollution and Waste. A valid driver’s license (code B). Proof of registration with EAPASA as an EAP/candidate EAP or evidence of awaiting a decision on a submitted EAPASA application for registration will be an added advantage. Skills, Training, and Competencies: The successful candidate must have a good working knowledge of Environmental Legislation and Policies focus on Pollution and Waste Management; Knowledge and understanding of the objectives and provisions of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998; National Environmental Management Waste Act, and subordinate Legislation. Good working knowledge of Waste Licensing procedures, and experience of Environmental Auditing and Inspection methodologies. Knowledge of Waste Management Legal Frameworks in SA; Sound understanding of other integrated Environmental Tools. Understanding the objectives and provisions of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998, and associated legislation. Knowledge and understanding of the Regulatory Framework for the Public Service, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulation, Public Sector Regulations, Labour Relations Act. Skills: Ability to communicate at all levels with relevant stakeholders; Ability to evaluate and review documents; Technical Report writing, Environmental Auditing, Policy Development and Analysis, Research and Development, Mentoring, Administrative Management; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy, Report writing; Analytical and Research skills; Presentation skills; Decision Making, People Management; Conflict Management; Good Interpersonal Relations; Problem Solving; Communication Skills (verbal and written). Values/ Attributes such as integrity, respect, honesty, discipline, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment.

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will be required to: Manage waste-related information and integration of waste management considerations in planning initiatives; Administer legislative obligations in terms of the approval and compliance monitoring of waste management activities; Respond to waste-related or pollution complaints and incidents; Promote best practice and entrepreneurship in waste management; and Perform all administrative and related functions.

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Notes

NB: All the appointments will be made in accordance with the employment equity targets of the department, which is African Male, Coloured Male, Indian Male. People with Disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must note that they will have to serve in the districts where they are placed for a minimum of five (05) years before any transfers within the department can be considered.