PURPOSE OF ROLE
The Environmental Officer Intern will support the implementation and maintenance of Environmental Management Systems at the Kendal Power Station's Ash Disposal Facility construction project. This environmentally sensitive and expansive site requires rigorous compliance monitoring across approximately 7 sub-contractors. The role focuses on ensuring proactive environmental compliance, facilitating coordination between internal and external stakeholders, and supporting the project's environmental management objectives in line with statutory requirements and Eskom's Environmental Management Plan.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Environmental Compliance Management
- Monitor and ensure sub-contractor environmental compliance across all construction activities
- Implement and maintain Environmental Management Systems in compliance with legislation, municipal by-laws, and Eskom Environmental Management Plan
- Drive compliance to statutory environmental requirements and project specifications
- Conduct environmental compliance audits and assessments
Stakeholder Coordination and Communication
- Serve as primary liaison with clients on environmental matters
- Coordinate between internal teams and external stakeholders on environmental issues
- Attend project meetings and provide environmental input and reporting
- Facilitate communication across various channels to raise environmental awareness
Monitoring and Reporting
- Compile comprehensive environmental management reports for LFC Management and Consortium Partners
- Monitor and measure environmental performance indicators
- Track environmental non-conformances and implement corrective actions
- Maintain accurate documentation of environmental compliance activities
Training and Awareness
- Conduct environmental inductions and toolbox talks for site personnel
- Raise employee awareness on environmental requirements and procedures
- Provide coaching and guidance to team members on environmental best practices
- Develop and deliver environmental training programs
Continuous Improvement
- Stay current with environmental legislation and regulatory developments
- Update company environmental documents and procedures
- Participate in environmental management training and professional development
- Contribute to the development of integrated risk management approaches
QUALIFICATION
- National Diploma Environmental Management, or related field
EXPERIENCE
- Previous internship or work experience in environmental management (advantageous)
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge:
- Understanding of the fundamentals relating to Environmental Management.
Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in report writing and documentation
- Ability to follow job and safety instructions
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite
- Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Behaviours:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in compliance monitoring
- Proactive approach to identifying and addressing environmental risks
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility in dynamic construction environments
Should you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.