Job Description

Closing Date

2025/03/24

Reference Number

WCG250211-1

Tracking Number

EADP 01/2025

Job Title

Environmental Officer (Specialised Production): Air Quality Regulatory Services (12 month contract), Ref No. EADP 01/2025

Department

Environmental Affairs and Development Planning

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Mr E Roux at (021) 483 8378

Job Type

Contract

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD.

Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to assist with the management, development and implementation of integrated environmental management legislation and systems with regard to Air Quality Management. This position is based in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate Honours Degree in Environmental Management or Physical / Natural Sciences or Engineering (or an equivalent qualification); A valid (Code B) driving license.

Recommendation

Experience in the following: Environmental Management, Integrated Environmental Management, particularly Air Quality Management Systems; Regulatory Services (licensing, permitting, etc.); Environmental Legislation; Compliance and Enforcement; Project Management / Planning.

Key Performance Areas

Provide specialist advice and technical expertise towards the development and administration of Air Quality Management systems and policies; Provide leadership support, guidance and technical advice on the development and implementation of specific projects (e.g. Atmospheric Emissions Licensing, Emissions Inventory, Dispersion Modelling; Air Quality Management Planning, information management and capacity building); Contribute towards the development and implementation of air quality regulatory projects and capacity building; Provide specialist advice and technical expertise and assistance with respect to Atmospheric Emissions Licensing processes and Integrated Environmental Management applications; Provide specialist inputs on compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEMA and NEM: AQA); Provide support and input to all financial management, human resource management, administrative and strategic planning and related functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Environmental management (air quality management, integrated environmental management; pollution management; Air Quality Management Systems (e.g. atmospheric emission licensing, air quality management planning); Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement, with respect to statutory obligations (e.g. NEMA; NEM:AQA); Environmental legislation (e.g., NEMA, NEM:AQA); Skills needed: General Office / Administration: Supervisory and Mentoring, Budgeting and Financial Management; Research and report writing skills, including the ability to analyse, interpret and respond to scientific and technical reports; Proven computer literacy (MS Office package); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal).

Remuneration

R 472 812 per annum (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



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086 137 0214

. For all other queries relating to the position.