29.05.2024
Environmental Specialist – Renewable Engineering Industry
Hire Resolve
South Africa, Cape Town
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Job Description Hire Resolve’s client in the renewable energy industry is urgently seeking the expertise of an Environmental Specialist in Cape Town. Responsibilities: Project Development: - Support Project Developers managing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for new projects, focusing on mitigating environmental risks. - Ensure compliance with IFC Performance Standards from project initiation. - Assist in drafting Environmental Management Program Reports (EMPr) and maintain up-to-date knowledge on environmental legislation. - Support biodiversity offsets and manage a biodiversity legal database. Business Development: - Address environmental gaps in lender due diligence and ensure compliance with IFC Performance Standards. - Adapt Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS) to project-specific contexts. Project Implementation: - Develop and oversee compliance checklists for pre-construction and mitigation measures. - Manage contracts with external Environmental Control Officers (ECO) and Environmental Specialists (ESO). - Review reports and collaborate on solutions to environmental challenges. Asset Management: - Ensure all company assets comply with environmental regulations and management plans. Requirements: Must-have Qualifications and Certifications: - Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science/Management, Geography, or related field. - Candidate should have SACNASP / EAPASA certification. Preferred Qualifications and Certifications: - Honours Degree in Environmental Science, Geography, or related field. - Professional SACNASP / EAPASA certification. Experience: - Minimum 5 years relevant experience in environmental roles. - Preferably 8+ years with experience in the Renewable Energy sector. Technical Competencies: - Strong knowledge of NEMA, environmental laws, and guidelines. - Familiarity with IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles. - Skills in environmental monitoring, auditing, and contractor management. - Fluent in English; additional language skills advantageous. Leadership Competencies: - Capable of managing and supervising external environmental team members. Benefits: - Salary: Negotiable - Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity). - Paid Time Off (PTO), if applicable. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Apply for this role today by contacting Wernardt Snyman at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. Visit the Hire Resolve website at hireresolve.us or email your CV to Engineers@hireresolve.za.com . We will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy. Should you not be suitable, we will keep your CV on file and contact you for future vacancies. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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