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Specialised Environmental Officer: Pollution and Chemicals Management, Ref No. EADP 08/2024
| Closing Date | 2024/08/19 |
| Reference Number | WCG240711-3 |
| Tracking Number | EADP 08/2024 |
| Job Title | Specialised Environmental Officer: Pollution and Chemicals Management, Ref No. EADP 08/2024 |
| Department | Environmental Affairs and Development Planning |
| Salary level | OSD |
| Enquiries | Ms Natasha Davis-Wolmarans at (021) 483 4656 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| 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 support the development, implementation and management of water resource rehabilitation and nature-based bioremediation initiatives and interventions to prevent/mitigate pollution and to assist with pollution investigations and regulatory interventions.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate Honours Degree in Physical/Natural/Environmental Sciences/Management or Chemical/Environmental Engineering or related; A valid (Code B) driving license.
Recommendation
Relevant environmental management experience (including integrated water resource and pollution management); Working knowledge and experience in the following: Project management; Environmental legislation, policies and regulations, including integrated pollution management and water resource management; Environmental management, Environmental Impact Management, and Pollution and Chemicals Management; Riparian rehabilitation, water sensitive design and/or nature-based solutions.
Key Performance Areas
Support the promotion, development and implementation of riprian rehabilitation initiatives and interventions in the respective catchments; Liaise with stakeholders to strengthen partnerships in order to promote, co-ordinate and upscale riparian rehabilitation interventions, water sensitive design and nature-based solutions; Provide specialist and technical comment, advice and guidance on environmental and water resource management matters including policy and technical reports (e.g. impact assessment reports) to organs of state and other stakeholders regarding pollution and chemicals management; Conduct compliance monitoring and enforcement to improve environmental quality; Conduct compliance monitoring and enforcement with regard to pollution investigations and management to improve environmental quality; Assist with financial and general office management.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Environmental legislation (e.g. NEMA); Environmental Management (that includes integrated environmental management and pollution management); Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement, with respect to statutory obligations (e.g. NEMA); Interpretation and analysis of water quality data and pollution information; Chemicals management and international conventions; Sampling procedures and protocols; Principles of water sensitive design, nature-based solutions and/or riparian rehabilitation). Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); GIS skills favourable; Excellent research and report writing skills which include technical/scientific reports as well as submissions for approval; Excellent and diverse communication and report writing skills at all levels; General office administration; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Remuneration
R 472 812 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. 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 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.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
Specialised Environmental Officer: Air Quality Monitoring, Ref No. EADP 12/2023 R1
| Closing Date | 2024/08/19 |
| Reference Number | WCG240711-1 |
| Tracking Number | EADP 12/2023 R1 |
| Job Title | Specialised Environmental Officer: Air Quality Monitoring, Ref No. EADP 12/2023 R1 |
| Department | Environmental Affairs and Development Planning |
| Salary level | OSD |
| Enquiries | Mr B Parker at (021 483 8368) |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| 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.
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
Working knowledge and relevant experience of the following: Environmental Management, Integrated Environmental Management, particularly Air Quality Management; Air Quality Monitoring; Environmental Legislation; Compliance and Enforcement and 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, 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); Provide specialist advice and technical expertise and assistance with respect to the operation and maintenance of an air quality monitoring network; 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; regulatory services); Air Quality Management Systems (e.g. air quality monitoring network, atmospheric emission licensing, air quality management planning, etc.); Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement, with respect to statutory obligations (e.g. NEMA; NEM:AQA); Environmental legislation (e.g. NEMA, NEM:AQA). Skills in the following: Communication (written and vertbal); General Office / Administration: Supervisory and Mentoring, Budgeting and Financial Management; Excellent research and report writing skills, including the ability to analyse, interpret and respond to scientific and technical reports; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Remuneration
R 472 812 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. 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
Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to 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.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
All the best with your applications.
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