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 Director: Development Management in contributing to ensuring sustainable development through the provision of an integrated environmental management regulatory, advisory and support service and to ensure the processing of environmental authorisation applications in the District, Region and/or Sub-region. This post is based in George.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 4-year B-Degree/ Honours (equivalent or higher qualification) in natural or physical sciences, environmental management/sciences or engineering field or an equivalent qualification; A minimum of 6 years relevant environmental management experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.

Recommendation

Registered as a Candidate Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) or Registered as an EAP with the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA); Working Knowledge and experience of the following: The review of EIA applications; Integrated Environmental Management, including applicable legislation and policies; Post-decision requirements, for example, amendment applications, Environmental Audit reports and ECO reports.

Key Performance Areas

Maintain quality and productivity with regard to evaluation of applications in terms of the relevant environmental legislation; Implementation of the compliance monitoring and auditing strategy for environmental authorisations; Maintain quality and productivity with regard to provision of comment on assigned non-applications.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding in the following: Integrated Environmental Management; EIA process applicable in the Western Cape; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Report writing; Problem Solving; Ability to meet strict deadlines; Ability to perform under pressure; Ability to work well within a team.

Remuneration

Grade A - R 580 551 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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