Environmental Site Compliance Officer

PURPOSE

Delivery of environmental management services on project sites, with a focus on construction projects.

JOB OUTPUTS

• Implement environmental management requirements as per:
  o Project’s approved Environmental Authorisation (EA)
  o Project’s approved Environmental Management Plan (EMPr).
  o Project’s Water Use License (WUL)
  o Any other environmental obligations (IFC Standards, Internal Environmental Management Systems, etc.)
• Deliver environmental management related awareness training and/or workshops
• Conduct onsite environmental management inspections and/or audits (including reporting)
• Build and maintain positive client and project stakeholder relationships
• Management of client environmental risk on projects
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, providing Environmental Management solutions while ensuring project authorisations are maintained and implemented.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or related qualification
• Certifications and/or Registrations for occupational functioning
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience delivering environmental management services
• Willing and able to relocate and work in remote locations for extended periods of time
• Drivers’ License and competence with driving in all road conditions including off road in a high-rise vehicle
• Familiar with NEMA listed activities and their implementation within a project environment
• Familiar with provincial conservation ordinances and the national biodiversity framework.
• The ability to analyse and interpret spatial data from construction documents would be advantageous
• Be able to interpret spatial data use and operate GPS equipment and ground truth approved facilities in relation to site plans and layouts via GIS and other appropriate programs

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent Communication: ability to communicate complex technical information in simple, clear terms
• Highly developed client and stakeholder focus
• High levels of independence (little supervision) while having the ability to work with diverse teams
• Technical expertise: apply specialised knowledge, skills, and judgment.
• Knowledge, understanding and application of MS Suite (Word, Excel, PPT, Etc.).
• Knowledge, understanding and application of mapping/ (GPS, SHP, KML, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge, understanding and practical application of relevant legislation.

Please submit your CV to recruitment@ncc-group.co.za using reference EM/17/2026 Closing date for applications is 30 July 2026.

• Ensure that your most recently updated CV is attached
• CV should be titled your Name and Surname (Eg John Adam)
• Use the correct reference number (EM/17/2026) in the subject line

If you have not received a response within two weeks, your application was most likely unsuccessful. Appointments are made in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plans.