Job Description

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.Environmental Superintendent, D4Seriti, New Vaal Colliery, Free StateInternal & ExternalRef no: NVC051/24GSClosing date: 30 May 2024The role:Responsible for the management the Environmental Management System (EMS) in compliance with the ISO 14001:2015 guidelines (including annual Management Review meetings and annual certification audits). Responsible for the contractual management of water treatment contractors on site (drafting technical scope of work for new contracts; contract amendments; review and approve monthly invoices)Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Direct liaison with relevant government departments (Department of Water & Sanitation; Department of Environmental Affairs etc.)
• Manage the submission and tracking of required licenses and environmental authorisations
• Ensure the required compliance audits are conducted as required annually, and that the recommendations from such audits are implemented
• Ensure documentation required for legal compliance is kept up to date as required (IWWMP; water balance etc.)
• Ensure the effective implementation of environmental monitoring programmes (water, air, noise etc.)
• Responsible for the environmental authorisation process required to be undertaken for any life extension projects (currently two such projects are underway)
• Management of a financial budget for the department
• Manage environmental stakeholder engagements and Represent Klipspruit Colliery at external and internal environmental forums
• Responsible for the development and implementation of a Mine Closure Plan
• Oversee environmental staff and ensure safety standards are maintained at all times
• Staying abreast with new legislation and technologies within the field to assist the mine

• MSc / BSc / BTech / Honours in Environmental Management or a related field
• MSc + 3 years or BSc / BTech Honours + 5 years or BSc / BTech + 7 years experience in the field of environmental management as applied in the mining environment
• Experience in Water, Land, Air, Environmental Management systems and Stakeholder Management
• Knowledge of the relevant South African Environmental legislation including the Mine Health and Safety Act
• An in-depth knowledge of Environmental Management standards and ISO 14001
• Understanding of latest international trends and practices within the environmental industry
• Core environmental competency in water, rehabilitation, air or environmental management systems
• Experience in setting out a budget and managing expenditures
• Strong data evaluation and analytical skills
• Good practical knowledge of MS Office programmes
• Valid drivers license
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

• Management Development Programme
• An in-depth knowledge of Seriti Environmental Policies and Procedures
• PMBOK or Equivalent
• Lead Auditor
• S3 ORMP
• Environmental Law

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• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid drivers license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only

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