Cape Town City Centre: Environmental Officer

The successful candidate will ensure adherence to approved Environmental Management Plans (EMP/EMPr), construction licences, and applicable South African environmental legislation. This role requires strong on-site presence, contractor engagement, and proactive monitoring to ensure environmental performance and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Monitor contractor compliance with approved Environmental Management Plans and licence conditions Conduct and document regular environmental inspections, audits, and compliance reviews Maintain environmental incident logs, complaints registers, and aspect registers Coordinate environmental matters between internal project teams, contractors, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders Track corrective actions and ensure timely close-out of non-compliances and incidents Support environmental compliance reporting to internal governance structures and oversight bodies Deliver environmental awareness training and toolbox talks where required Minimum Requirements Qualifications National Diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or equivalent Minimum 3 years experience within a construction site environment Professional registration (or eligibility for registration) with a recognised environmental body advantageous Experience & Technical Competencies Proven working knowledge of South African environmental legislation (including NEMA and related regulations) Practical implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMP/EMPr) during construction Environmental risk identification and hazard assessment processes Environmental incident investigation and reporting Environmental auditing and inspection experience Experience working closely with contractors in construction environments Familiarity with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 quality management systems Working knowledge of construction industry environmental compliance requirements Valid drivers licence Willingness to reside on-site and travel within the Northern Cape as required Technical & Practical Skills Essential: Environmental inspections and auditing Strong report writing and documentation skills Use of digital compliance and reporting platforms Basic environmental monitoring (waste, water, erosion, heritage) Use of mapping tools (e.g., Google Earth or similar) Construction site environmental compliance experience Advantageous: Knowledge of sustainability initiatives (energy, waste, water efficiency) Understanding of biodiversity, ecology, and natural resource management Behavioural Competencies Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills Conflict resolution and practical problem-solving ability Ability to operate independently in remote site conditions Adaptable and resilient under pressure Professional communication skills (written and verbal) Commitment to ethical conduct and accountability