Environmental Officer (Hay level 13/C2) needed at NECSA

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Job title : Environmental Officer (Hay level 13/C2)

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline : December 25, 2024

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS AND COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

  • Establishment, implementation and maintenance of IMS documents (as per ISO 14001:2015)
  • Schedule and conduct internal risk assessments audits and job observations / self assessments of on operational tasks to ensure compliance to license and operational requirements
  • Monitor environmental compliance on to current policies, procedures, registers, legislation and regulation.
  • Continuous monitoring of updates in legislation that might impact procedures, policies, permits and licensing. Communicate to process owners and management
  • Provide training and awareness programs for plant personnel on environmental best practices.
  • Attend Environmental Forum/permit meetings
  • Renew and apply environmental licensing / permits before expiration
  • Schedule and conduct external audits on e.g. suppliers and/or customers
  • Assist in developing and implementing environmental sustainability strategies
  • Report risk environmental incidents and generate, loading of environmental incidents / non-conformances on EMP. Ensure that environmental incidents are thoroughly investigated and root causes, corrective, preventative actions measures are actioned.
  • Compile and regularly update action plans for inspections and audits, management review meetings, IMS objectives and facility specific action plans.
  • Drive employee awareness and engagement through environmental education and training initiatives, fostering a culture of sustainability throughout the organization.

MONITORING AND EVALUATING ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

  • Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and permits, ensuring adherence to standards and reporting requirements.
  • Compile and update Risk register and involved in verifying the performance monitoring for the section.
  • Evaluate test results received from NLS in relation to our permit and licensing conditions and parameters. Report any deviations to Environmental Management Group
  • Evaluate environmental survey outcomes and by generating non-conformances and action plans reporting deviations.
  • Compile monthly/quarterly and yearly environmental reports.
  • Ensure stack monitoring on all stacks in accordance to the requirements of the
  • Atmospheric Emission License and record any deviations from the results out outcomes to the EMP.
  • Conduct ground water monitoring to ensure compliance and record any deviations from results outcomes to the EMP.
  • Involved in verifying the performance monitoring / involved in verifying performance progress reported during execution of projects listed on the annual plan of action for the section.
  • Review of integrated management system documents and other QA support documents (e.g. Review of IMS policy, IMS objectives, etc.).

NON-CONFORMANCES / EVENTS

Management of non-conformances and events / incidents by:

  • Coordinating investigation meetings and preparing investigation and close-out reports
  • Register all non-conformances / events, and follow up and close-out of all open non-conformances / events
  • Register all PARs and CARs, and follow up and close out reports

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

  • Coordinate and schedule environmental surveys based on environmental compliance requirement.
  • Perform quality activities as prescribed in the facility specific environmental management system (I.e. surveillances, acceptance verifications, etc.); and
  • Perform surveillances on the various processes and operations in the section.
  • Perform routine sample based surveillance of records.
  • Assist facilities to resolve issues if non-compliance to statutory and regulatory requirements has been detected which can endanger the lives of personnel and the environment.
  • Conduct regular environmental monitoring to assess impact and identify areas for improvement.
  • Maintain a record of environmental monitoring data and ensure compliance with set standards.
  • Identify and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and improve environmental performance.
  • Implement sustainable practices such as energy efficiency measures or renewable energy integration.

ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT

  • Establishes risk management processes and procedures that aim to prevent business interruptions that will affect the day-to-day operations of the business.
  • Develop and maintain emergency response plans for environmental incidents.
  • Conduct regular drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans.
  • Develop and implement waste management procedures to minimize environmental impact.
  • Reduce hazardous waste generation by implementing controlling measures.
  • Implement measures to control air emissions and reduce pollutants.
  • Maintain emissions within permissible limits set by regulatory authorities.
  • Monitor and manage water usage and discharge.
  • Reduce water consumption per unit of production through recycling and conservation measures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • Knowledge in ISO 14001 : 2015
  • Implementation and Management of ISO14001:2015 Environmental
  • Management system
  • Technical background of processes and systems within the department
  • Knowledge of applicable
  • Environmental legislation, regulation and standards
  • Good report writing and record keeping skills
  • Communication skills and conflict management
  • Good knowledge of MS Word,
  • Excel and Access

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • National Diploma in Environmental management/ Environmental Science/Environmental Health or equivalent.
  • ISO 9001 Lead Audit/ Implementation and Internal Audit certification will be an added advantage.
  • Approximately 3 – 5 years relevant experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment with experience in developing and continuous compliance to ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management systems.
  • Minimum 4 years ISO 14001:2015 internal audit experience or exposure.

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