Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
Salary band
R 717 846
Closing date
28 September 2026
Reference
C6/26/12
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Department
Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
Directorate
Environmental Quality Management
Location
Head Office: Polokwane
Salary
R518 769 – R717 846 per annum, (OSD)
Requirements
Grade 12 plus an NQF 6 qualification in Natural Science / Environmental Management / Environmental Law / Environmental Science / Biodiversity or equivalent as recognised by SAQA. EAPASA registration in terms of S24H of NEMA. Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in the Environmental Quality Management field. Valid driver’s license. Skills and Knowledge: Good working knowledge of environmental legislation, Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations of 2014 as amended in April 2017, Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines and policies. Practical knowledge of the Environmental Impact Assessment process. Knowledge and understanding of the environmental impact hierarchy and regulations. Sound understanding of other integrated environmental management tools. Understanding of the objectives and provisions of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998, and subordinate legislation. Knowledge of relevant Public Service Acts, Rules and Regulations. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Computer literacy. Presentation skills. Analytical skills. Conflict management and problem-solving skills. Project management and interpersonal relations. Ability to evaluate and review documents and timeously produce thorough and informative documents and formulate clear, concise, legally defensible decisions. Good planning and organisation skills.
Duties
Management of the EIA process, including the drafting of environmental authorisations and conditions of authorisations. Management and dissemination of information and technical/procedural advice relating to environmental impact management. Management and implementation of other Integrated Environmental Management tools. Perform and manage administrative and related functions. Conduct site inspections and compile site visit reports. Evaluate environmental authorisation applications which include the following: Provide technical and procedural advice to stakeholders (e.g. Environmental Assessment Practitioners (EAP’s), local authorities and other departments and applicants). Review, interpret and evaluate applications and associated documentation according to established norms and standards. Review and evaluate Environmental Management Programmes for mining, municipal and water use applications. Review, evaluate and assess applications of unlawful development. Records management. Manage and facilitate resources (financial, human and physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.
Enquiries
Ms. WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691 207
Closing Date
2026-09-28T16:00:00+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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The advertised salary band for this post is R 717 846. 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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