The Department of Water and Sanitation has Applications For Environmental Officer X8 posts.
Salary : R325 917 – R556 080 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience)
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A -C (X4 POSTS)
Branch: Provincial Operations: Eastern Cape
Div: Umzimvubu Tsitsikamma Catchment Management Agency
Sd: Water Use Authorization
East London Ref No: 300924/12(A) (X2 Posts)
Gqeberha Ref No: 300924/12(B) (X2 Posts)
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (COMPLIANCE MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT) (X4 POSTS)
Branch: Provincial Operations Eastern Cape
Dir: Umzimvubu Tsitsikamma Catchment Management Agency
Sd: Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement
Gqeberha Ref No: 300924/11(A) (X2 Posts)
Mthatha Ref No: 300924/11(B) (X2 Posts)
Qualifications
- A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences.
- One (1) year working experience including internship or experiential learning.
Skills and Knowledge
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water use authorisations.
Knowledge and understanding of the water sector: relevant legislations (NWA, CARA and NEMA, MPRDA) together with the related regulations and procedures.
Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation skills. Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel extensively. Proven liaison and networking skills especially as they relate to stakeholder engagement.
Processing of water use authorisation and conduct site inspections. Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during water use authorisation assessments.
Requesting of scientific input within the Department using the specified templates. Access and evaluate Hydrological and Environmental information with regard to authorisation applications.
Final assessment of information submitted by Water Use License Applicants and input from internal specialists. Drafting record of recommendations (RoRs) and resultant decision documents.
Draft license conditions to control/mitigate the negative impacts of water uses. Commenting on EIA’s, BAR’s and other Environmental reports.
Assist on responding to queries from clients within and outside the department.
Closing Date: 30 September 2024
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APPLICATION PROCESSS
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Khoza Tel No: (043) 701 0342
APPLICATIONS : Eastern Cape(East London/Gqeberha): Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number to ECRecruit@dws.gov.za or hand deliver at the 2 Hargreaves Avenue, Old SABC Building, King William’s Town 5600 or post to Private Bag X7485, King Williams Town, 5600
