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DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE & ENFORCEMENT SERVICES

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 1 317 384

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/01

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Location

Head Office

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree at (NQF 7) qualification in law (LLB) / Environmental Management / Environmental law / with vast knowledge in compliance or regulatory studies. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within the compliance and enforcement field. A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment). Designation as Environmental Management Inspector (EMI), Master’s Degree qualification would be added advantage. Skills And Competences: ability to relate with associated professional fields in a multi-disciplinary team and ability to train and develop young graduates. Knowledge of the legal framework on National Environmental Management Act, Waste Air Quality, Biodiversity and Areas Protected Act including the Regulations associated with the legislation. In 217 addition, have knowledge and understanding on the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act and any other related legislations and a valid driver’s license.

Duties

Provide strategic direction in the development and implementation of compliance monitoring and enforcement policy, strategies, norms, regulations, standard operating procedure on environmental legal framework. Oversee compliance monitoring and enforcement of all environmental authorisation and license conditions. Provide advice and support on criminal and administrative litigation. Initiate prosecution against non-compliance through administrative enforcement. Provision of business planning and general management for the directorate. Provide guidance in the planning of inspections and audits. Oversee the implementation of monitoring activities and verifications of reports. Develop a business and action plan for the directorate. Develop and implement a service delivery improvement programme for the Directorate. Manage and ensure development of human resources. Control and monitor expenditure of the directorate.

Enquiries

Ms. SP Shongwe Tel No: (013) 766 6003 or Mr. MG Ngwane Tel No: (013) 766 6110 or Ms. NF Mgiba Tel No: (013) 766 6476

Closing Date

2026-09-11T23:59:00+02:00

About legal and compliance roles in South Africa

Legal professionals in South Africa operate under a dual qualification system - attorneys are admitted through the Legal Practice Council and advocates through a Bar Council. Government legal posts - particularly at the State Attorney's office, National Prosecuting Authority, and Legal Aid South Africa - are advertised through PSC Circulars and department career pages. Compliance roles in banking, insurance, and listed companies are governed by sector-specific regulatory frameworks including FICA, POPIA, and FSB regulations.

·For government legal posts, admission as an attorney or advocate in South Africa is typically the primary minimum requirement.
·Include your Law Society or Legal Practice Council admission date and status on your CV.
·Legal posts at the National Prosecuting Authority require South African citizenship and a security clearance in addition to legal qualifications.
·Compliance roles in financial services require familiarity with FICA, the Financial Intelligence Centre's guidance notes, and sector-specific regulations from the FSCA.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·A Bachelor’s Degree at (NQF 7) qualification in law (LLB) / Environmental Management / Environmental law / with vast knowledge in compliance or regulatory studies
  • ·A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within the compliance and enforcement field
  • ·A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment)
  • ·Designation as Environmental Management Inspector (EMI), Master’s Degree qualification would be added advantage
  • ·Skills And Competences: ability to relate with associated professional fields in a multi-disciplinary team and ability to train and develop young graduates
  • ·Knowledge of the legal framework on National Environmental Management Act, Waste Air Quality, Biodiversity and Areas Protected Act including the Regulations associated with the legislation
  • ·In 217 addition, have knowledge and understanding on the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act and any other related legislations and a valid driver’s license

Key Duties

  • ·Provide strategic direction in the development and implementation of compliance monitoring and enforcement policy, strategies, norms, regulations, standard operating procedure on environmental legal framework
  • ·Oversee compliance monitoring and enforcement of all environmental authorisation and license conditions
  • ·Provide advice and support on criminal and administrative litigation
  • ·Initiate prosecution against non-compliance through administrative enforcement
  • ·Provision of business planning and general management for the directorate
  • ·Provide guidance in the planning of inspections and audits
  • ·Oversee the implementation of monitoring activities and verifications of reports
  • ·Develop a business and action plan for the directorate
  • ·Develop and implement a service delivery improvement programme for the Directorate
  • ·Manage and ensure development of human resources

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE & ENFORCEMENT SERVICES position at Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga?+

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What is the salary for the DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE & ENFORCEMENT SERVICES position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 317 384. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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