Enviromental & Permits Officer (EA/WULA) | Renewable Energy | Postmasburg, Northern Cape

Introduction

Kwena Human Capital is recruiting an experiencedEnvironmental & Permits Officerto join theRedstone PV + BESS Project, comprising a19 MWp Solar PV plant and 30 MWh / 4-hour BESS.

This is an opportunity to be part of a utility-scale renewable energy project coveringdesign, construction, commissioning and close-out. We are looking for professionals with strong relevant project experience who are comfortable working in afull-time, site-based environmentand operating within a multidisciplinary project team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Candidate's Scope of Work

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing the duties associated with their appointed discipline and supporting the successful delivery of the Redstone PV + BESS project.

Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:

Project Execution

• Supporting the project team in delivering works according to the approved programme, specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinating activities with other disciplines, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Monitoring progress and identifying potential delays or constraints.
• Ensuring activities are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Technical / Engineering

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Supporting design close-out and resolution of technical queries/RFIs where applicable.
• Coordinating technical interfaces between PV, electrical, BESS, SCADA/PTMC and other disciplines.
• Providing technical support during construction, testing and commissioning.

Construction

• Supervising and coordinating site activities within the relevant discipline.
• Managing work fronts and subcontractor activities.
• Ensuring materials and equipment are available when required.
• Monitoring productivity, progress and workmanship.

Quality

• Ensuring works comply with approved drawings, specifications, ITPs and quality requirements.
• Supporting inspections, punch-list activities and close-out.
• Maintaining accurate project records and as-built documentation.

HSE

• Complying with project HSE requirements and South African legislation.
• Participating in risk assessments, toolbox talks and site inspections.
• Exercising stop-work authority where applicable.
• Promoting a strong safety culture throughout the project.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Degree / National Diploma in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or a related environmental discipline.
• 3–5 years' relevant environmental experience, preferably within construction, infrastructure, mining, renewable energy or EPC projects.
• Proven experience in environmental compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Practical experience managing or monitoring compliance with Environmental Authorisations (EA).
• Practical experience with Water Use Licence (WULA) requirements and compliance.
• Knowledge of Environmental Management Programmes (EMPr) and environmental compliance conditions.
• Experience coordinating or reviewing ECO reports and conducting environmental inspections.
• Experience maintaining environmental compliance registers and tracking corrective actions.
• Experience monitoring contractor and subcontractor environmental compliance.
• Strong knowledge of South African environmental legislation and permitting requirements.
• Experience working with environmental consultants, ECOs, contractors and project management teams.
• Solar PV / renewable energy project experience will be highly advantageous.
• Strong report-writing, administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Must be willing to work full-time on site.

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