Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga
Salary band
R 518 769
Closing date
11 September 2026
Reference
DARDLEA/2026/08/39
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Department
Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga
Directorate
Environmental Impact and Air Quality Management Services
Location
Gert Sibande District
Salary
R518 769 per annum
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7)) or related qualification in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Law, or Environmental Sciences. Minimum of four (4) years post qualification experience in Environmental Management, of which at least two (2) years must be in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Registration with EAPASA in terms of Section 24H of NEMA. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of relevant Public Service Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Finance Management). Practical knowledge of 240 and experience in working with the National Environmental Management Act, Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, associated Instruments, and policies, guidelines, norms and standards related to Integrated Environmental Management. Understanding and knowledge of all environmental prescripts applicable for EIA. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team. Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including negotiation and diplomacy. Experience in project administration, and policy analysis and development. Resourceful, and an ability to operate Microsoft office programmes effectively. Ability to work under pressure within strict timelines. Ability to write and interpret technical reports and documents. A valid driver’s license.
Duties
Review and administer applications for environmental authorisations and all associated reports submitted to the District office in terms of the appropriate legislation, and draft recommendations for enforceable environmental authorisations; evaluate and provide comment for applications for mining activities where the Department of Mineral Resources is the Competent Authority; evaluate and comment on Land Use Applications; maintain accurate registers of all applications and authorisations; facilitate the implementation of other Integrated Environmental Management tools; Provide specialised technical input and advice on impact management to clients, stakeholders and communities; perform administrative and related functions.
Enquiries
Ms. K.L. Mdlalose Tel No: (017) 819 5377 or Ms. N Hlatshwayo Te l N o : (017) 819 5377
Closing Date
2026-09-11T23:59:00+02:00
South Africa has a significant environmental management and conservation sector driven by the country's biodiversity, its obligations under international environmental treaties, and expanding renewable energy projects. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, SANParks, and provincial conservation authorities are major public sector employers. Environmental impact assessment practitioners and renewable energy specialists are in growing demand in the private sector.
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