All qualified Basotho applicants are invited to submit their Resumes and certified academic qualifications for the position of Environmental Control Officer on or before the 12th January 2024. Applications should be submitted to the following email address: [email protected] with the subject line RE: Application for Environmental Control Officer Position. The Position is based at KAO mine site.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Reporting directly to the Sustainability Manager, the purpose of this position is to assist the Environmental Officers in managing the Environmental Functions of the company through the implementation of the Social Environmental Management and Mitigation Plan and the Environmental Management System. To ensure that the company embraces responsibility for corporate actions and encourage a positive impact on the environment and stakeholders.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & RELATED EXPERIENCE
• Degree in Environmental Sciences/Environmental Management/Hydrology and Water Management/Water Engineering.
• The possession of a postgraduate qualification in Environmental Management or Environmental Sciences will be an added advantage.
• 3 – 5 Years’ practical experience in the mining environment
• Knowledge of all aspects of environmental management and systems
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and regulatory framework
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
• Implementation of the Mine Environmental Management system driven by appropriate policies and procedures
• Manage and report on environmental monitoring programs as per the company’s SEMMP and other relevant regulatory bodies
• Implementation of the Mine ESG framework
• Investigate and report on all environmental incidents and complaints and ensure corrective actions are defined and implemented
• Enhance the environmental incident system of the mine
• Conduct monthly environmental audit/inspections and report back to management
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure continual improvement
• Undertake environmental training and awareness programs throughout the mine
• Submit reports to management and relevant stakeholders as per need.
• Ensure compliance and adherence to legislation, set policies, procedures and best practices
• Ensuring implementation of the Company CSR program
• Establishing CSR performance indicators to ensure best practice
• Acting as point of contact between the company and the community
• Acting as CSR champion within the organisation
• Responsible for rehabilitation work on the mine
• Work on and implement water management strategies
• Carryout water monitoring program for the mine
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• In-depth knowledge of Environmental disciplines including Environmental Management Systems (e.g. ISO 14000) and Environmental Auditing procedures and techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with minimal supervision
• Environment and safety awareness
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Problem solving, analytical, reporting, presentation and computer skills
• Planning and organising
• Be able to follow through
• Accuracy and attention to details
• Assertive – stand ground on environmental issues
• Multitasking
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications received after closing date will not be considered.