Junior Environmental Officer

PURPOSE OF ROLEThe Environmental Officer Intern will support the implementation and maintenance of Environmental Management Systems at the Kendal Power Station's Ash Disposal Facility construction project. This environmentally sensitive and expansive site requires rigorous compliance monitoring across approximately 7 sub-contractors. The role focuses on ensuring proactive environmental compliance, facilitating coordination between internal and external stakeholders, and supporting the project's environmental management objectives in line with statutory requirements and Eskom's Environmental Management Plan.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREASEnvironmental Compliance ManagementMonitor and ensure sub-contractor environmental compliance across all construction activitiesImplement and maintain Environmental Management Systems in compliance with legislation, municipal by-laws, and Eskom Environmental Management PlanDrive compliance to statutory environmental requirements and project specificationsConduct environmental compliance audits and assessmentsStakeholder Coordination and CommunicationServe as primary liaison with clients on environmental mattersCoordinate between internal teams and external stakeholders on environmental issuesAttend project meetings and provide environmental input and reportingFacilitate communication across various channels to raise environmental awarenessMonitoring and ReportingCompile comprehensive environmental management reports for LFC Management and Consortium PartnersMonitor and measure environmental performance indicatorsTrack environmental non-conformances and implement corrective actionsMaintain accurate documentation of environmental compliance activitiesTraining and AwarenessConduct environmental inductions and toolbox talks for site personnelRaise employee awareness on environmental requirements and proceduresProvide coaching and guidance to team members on environmental best practicesDevelop and deliver environmental training programsContinuous ImprovementStay current with environmental legislation and regulatory developmentsUpdate company environmental documents and proceduresParticipate in environmental management training and professional developmentContribute to the development of integrated risk management approachesQUALIFICATIONNational Diploma Environmental Management, or related fieldExperiencePrevious internship or work experience in environmental management (advantageous)COMPETENCIESKnowledgeUnderstanding of the fundamentals relating to Environmental Management.

SkillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in report writing and documentationAbility to follow job and safety instructionsComputer literacy including Microsoft Office SuiteConflict resolution and negotiation skillsBehavioursStrong attention to detail and accuracy in compliance monitoringProactive approach to identifying and addressing environmental risksExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholdersStrong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilitiesAdaptability and flexibility in dynamic construction environmentsShould you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.