Environmentalist â Water Use Compliance & Risk Management
Key Responsibilities Water Use Licensing & Compliance - Drive and manage Water Use Licence (WUL) applications, renewals, and compliance requirements. - Ensure all outstanding water authorisations are obtained and maintained in accordance with the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the National Water Act. - Monitor compliance with water-related legislation and authorisation conditions. - Conduct site assessments and provide recommendations on water-related environmental risks. - Track water usage data and ensure adherence to licence conditions. - Provide technical guidance on water conservation, wastewater management, and sustainable water-use practices. Environmental Risk & Compliance - Develop and maintain Environmental Risk & Compliance Programmes across multiple facilities. - Monitor legislative developments and update policies and procedures accordingly. - Assist with environmental authorisations for new projects, expansions, and operational changes. - Ensure compliance with environmental legislation relating to waste management, pollution control, and environmental authorisations. Auditing & Environmental Monitoring - Conduct internal environmental audits and inspections. - Coordinate external environmental audits and consultants. - Identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions. - Maintain environmental registers and compliance records. Water Quality Monitoring - Oversee water sampling, testing, and analysis programmes. - Interpret laboratory reports and recommend corrective actions where required. - Monitor wastewater treatment processes and ensure compliance with legal discharge requirements. - Implement preventative measures to mitigate contamination risks. Stakeholder Engagement - Liaise with regulatory authorities, environmental consultants, and key stakeholders. - Represent the organisation during public participation processes. - Facilitate environmental awareness and compliance training initiatives. Minimum Requirements Qualifications - Degree or Diploma in Environmental Science, Water Resource Management, Natural Sciences, or a related field. - BTech or Bachelor's Degree (NQF equivalent) advantageous. Experience - 3-5 years' experience within environmental compliance, environmental management, or water resource management. - Proven experience with: - Water Use Licences (WULs) - General Authorisations - Environmental compliance programmes - Regulatory engagement - Environmental auditing - Water quality monitoring and reporting Technical Knowledge - Strong understanding of: - National Water Act - Water Use Licensing processes - NEMA - Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) - Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) - Waste Management legislation - ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems - Experience with GIS systems will be advantageous. - Strong report-writing and risk-assessment capabilities.