Environmental Officer

Identifying environmental impacts and aspects relating to the day-to-day construction activities.
Preparation of reports: Implementation/Progress/Status etc.
Assist in the direct implementation of the Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) Ensure that the requirements of the EMP are communicated and understood by personnel and contractor on site and enforced Conduct inspections and audit and follow up corrective preventative actions Conduct environmental risk assessments and evaluate the method statements Submit regular written reports to the engineer Prepare and conduct environmental awareness training and presentation Support Health and Safety activities Monitor the projects environmental performance Provide environmental professional advice to the teams on site Network with other contractors and industries on environmental practices to establish a benchmark Conduct Environmental ad-hoc audits with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment; Liase with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment on obtaining all relevant permits and authorisations.
Bachelors degree of Health and Environmental Management (NQF Level 7) or higher degree Experience in SANRAL Projects (Road Construction and/or RRM), with a maximum of 3 projects which have a construction value of R80 million or more (inclusive of VAT); Active professional registration as Environmental Officer with SACNASP Knowledge of industrial construction processes (waste, effluent management, air-borne releases) Passion for the environment Excellent writing skills Proficient in Excel, word, and outlook (Microsoft Office) Excellent communication & people skills (Assertiveness) Efficiency & Accuracy Pro-active & ability to work independently Loyalty