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The successful candidate will ensure adherence to approved Environmental Management Plans (EMP/EMPr), construction licences, and applicable South African environmental legislation. This role requires strong on-site presence, contractor engagement, and proactive monitoring to ensure environmental performance and regulatory compliance. Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor contractor compliance with approved Environmental Management Plans and licence conditionsConduct and document regular environmental inspections, audits, and compliance reviewsMaintain environmental incident logs, complaints registers, and aspect registersCoordinate environmental matters between internal project teams, contractors, regulatory authorities, and stakeholdersTrack corrective actions and ensure timely close-out of non-compliances and incidentsSupport environmental compliance reporting to internal governance structures and oversight bodiesDeliver environmental awareness training and toolbox talks where required Minimum RequirementsQualificationsNational Diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or equivalentMinimum 3 years experience within a construction site environmentProfessional registration (or eligibility for registration) with a recognised environmental body advantageous Experience & Technical CompetenciesProven working knowledge of South African environmental legislation (including NEMA and related regulations)Practical implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMP/EMPr) during constructionEnvironmental risk identification and hazard assessment processesEnvironmental incident investigation and reportingEnvironmental auditing and inspection experienceExperience working closely with contractors in construction environmentsFamiliarity with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 quality management systemsWorking knowledge of construction industry environmental compliance requirementsValid drivers licenceWillingness to reside on-site and travel within the Northern Cape as required Technical & Practical SkillsEssential:Environmental inspections and auditingStrong report writing and documentation skillsUse of digital compliance and reporting platformsBasic environmental monitoring (waste, water, erosion, heritage)Use of mapping tools (e.g., Google Earth or similar)Construction site environmental compliance experience Advantageous:Knowledge of sustainability initiatives (energy, waste, water efficiency)Understanding of biodiversity, ecology, and natural resource man
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