SPECIALIST ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (N001232)

Listing reference: nwu_000852
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 5 July 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY POTCHEFSTROOM DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY POSITION NAME: SPECIALIST ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT POSITION NUMBER: N001232 VACANCY: 1 PEROMNES GRADE: 8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Responsible for overseeing and coordinating the environmental performance, compliance, and management of the North West University (NWU). To develop, implement and monitor environmental strategies, policies, and programmes (system) that promote sustainable development and compliance at the NWU.
Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: JOB DESCRIPTION
1.      Environmental Management System:
  • Develop and implement environmental management system and action plans, to ensure sustainable development and compliance
2.      Environmental auditing and risk management: Environmental Compliance to ensure delivery of the NWU goals, objectives, and compliance to corporate and legislative requirements:
  •  Compile environmental audit reports as required.
  • Compile environmental impact assessments as required.
  • Ongoing identification and assessment of environmental impacts.
  • Conduct monthly audits to ensure that environmental requirements are being adhered to.
  •  Inspect and monitor compliance with environmental management requirements, including approved Environmental Authorizations and Environmental Management Programs
3.      Environmental Training and awareness programmes: In coordination with the OHS/SHE coordinator:
  • Promote and raise awareness, at all levels of an the NWU, of the impact of emerging environmental aspects and impacts.
  • Train staff and students at all levels on environmental issues and responsibilities.
  • Participate in environmental education training development.
4.      Environmental Reporting: Compile reports and maintain data:
  • Collect and maintain data required for environmental reporting.
  • Manage waste collection and sampling techniques.
  • Data for reporting on water and air quality monitoring.
  • Ensure accurate submission/reporting of various Environmental reports, to statutory/regulatory bodies.
  • Write and compile environmental reports (lead responsibility) for various NWU Management meetings and structures.
5.      Environmental Incident Management
  • Record, investigate and report on environmental incidents internally and externally as required.

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor of Sciences (BSc Degree) at NQF Level 7 specializing in Environmental Sciences / Environmental Management is essential
  • Postgraduate Diploma (NQF Level 5) in Management is essential 
  • Membership to SACNASP / IAIA / SAATCA is desirable
  • 5 years in Environmental Management experience is essential
  • 5 years in Environmental System Development and Management experience is essential 
FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):
  • Experience in the implementation and management of environmental management systems / integrated SHE systems
  • In depth knowledge of Environmental Legislation
  • Knowledge of impact assessments and tools, and application thereof to evaluate risks
  • Computer literacy: MS Office
  • Excellent written, communication and reporting skills
  • Compile SHE budgets and cost estimates
  • Excellent resource allocation and time management skills
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
  • Team leader and team player (positive social and interpersonal skills)
  •  Able to operate independently with delegated authorities
  • Strategic thinker and planner
  • Ability to work under pressure and high demand
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
 
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Leslie Barends    083 565 5997
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:  Mpho Langa            018-399-2170
CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      5 July 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                          ASAP
 
Kindly take note: Applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity. Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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