About the Role
The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning is seeking a dedicated Control Environmental Officer Grade A, based in the Gert Sibande District. This role plays a vital part in safeguarding our environment and public health by coordinating atmospheric emission licensing applications. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with relevant legislation, contributing to sustainable practices that benefit both the local community and South Africa as a whole. With a focus on air quality management, this position is crucial for maintaining the health of our ecosystems and the well-being of our citizens.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of environmental protection efforts, working closely with local municipalities to develop and implement air quality plans. By investigating and evaluating environmental impact assessments and specialist air quality studies, you will make recommendations that promote compliance and effective management of emissions. Your work will not only impact the Gert Sibande District but will also resonate throughout the region, making it a meaningful opportunity for those passionate about environmental management and public service.
About the Department
The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning is committed to promoting sustainable development and environmental stewardship in South Africa. With a mandate to ensure the protection of the environment, this department plays a pivotal role in enforcing regulations that govern air quality, biodiversity, and sustainable land use. Working here means being part of a team that strives to create a healthier, safer environment for all South Africans, making every day meaningful and impactful.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate the processing of atmospheric emission licensing applications to ensure environmental compliance.
- Investigate and review environmental impact assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
- Assess applications for fuel burning equipment and open burning to enforce compliance with legislation.
- Develop and modify the provincial air quality management plan and maintain an emissions inventory database.
- Monitor the operations of Provincial Air Quality Monitoring Stations for accurate data collection.
- Support local municipalities in developing and implementing air quality plans.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 plus a recognized Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) in Environmental Management or Environmental Sciences.
- Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in Environmental Management, including 3 years in Air Quality Management.
- Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework and relevant environmental legislation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and the ability to manage projects under pressure.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) or related qualification in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences.Minimum of 5 years post qualification experience in Environmental Management, of which at least three (3) years must be in Environmental Air Quality Management.
Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of relevant Public Service Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Finance Management).
Practical knowledge of and experience in working with the National Environmental Management Act, Air Quality Act and Environmental 234 Impact Assessment Regulations, associated Instruments, and policies, guidelines, norms and standards related to Integrated Environmental Management.
Understanding and knowledge of all environmental prescripts applicable for Air Quality.
Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including negotiation and diplomacy.
Experience in project administration, and policy analysis and development.
Resourceful, and an ability to operate Microsoft office programmes effectively.
Ability to work under pressure within strict timelines.
Ability to write and interpret technical reports and documents.
A valid driver’s license.
Job Duties
Coordinate the processing of atmospheric emission licensing applications to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and protection of the environment and public health.Investigate, evaluate, review, recommend on environmental impact assessment applications, specialist air quality studies and development management applications and recommend mitigation measures to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and protection of the environment and public health Process and assess applications and to make recommendations for approval of fuel burning-equipment to enforce compliance with relevant legislation.
Process and assess applications and recommend approval of open burning applications to enforce compliance with relevant legislation.
To enforce the National Environmental Management Air Quality Act (No 39 of 2004).
Compile, develop, modify provincial air quality management plan, validate and maintain an atmospheric emissions inventory database to maintain the objectives of the AQMP and to maintain the air quality management system for the province.
Monitor and maintain operations of the Provincial Air Quality Monitoring Stations to capture credible data.
Provide local municipality support in developing and implementation of local authorities Air Quality Plans.
