Environmental Technician

Company Description

We have an exciting position for an Environmental Technician to support the operation's environmental functions, including water, air, biodiversity, and noise management.

Be part of the team.

The team that makes it happen.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As Environmental Technician you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Ensure that the environmental impact remains within the statutory requirements to comply with the regulations.
• Adhere to SHEQ standards while performing the tasks.
• Read, sign off, and follow all the appropriate work instructions and standards.
• Attend safety meetings as instructed.
• Apply good housekeeping practices to clean the allocated area and ensure a hazard-free environment.

Performance and Delivery

• Implement ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management standard requirements.
• Conduct audits and take necessary actions for closure.
• Assist in managing hazardous/chemical substances by reviewing MSDS, monitoring storage, etc.
• Check weather station and dust monitoring systems and calibrate equipment.
• Assist in Energy, Noise, Climate Change, and Water management.
• Evaluate and assess atmospheric and water pollutants through sample collection and analysis.
• Provide guidance and support to line managers for managing environmental concerns and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Address environmental incidents and complaints.
• Report and investigate environmental incidents, hazards, and HPHs.
• Follow up on incident, hazard, and HPH close-out.
• Conduct stormwater environmental management inspections.
• Monitor the implementation of action plans for managing environmental problems.
• Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, and charts interpreting test results.
• Contribute to Environmental Management Improvement plans and system inputs.
• Assist and support operations in regulatory compliance and adherence to regulatory measures.
• Collect water samples from various sources to assess pollution problems.
• Conduct environmental sampling and monitoring (water, dust, biodiversity, etc.).
• Perform basic calculations and enter data into the computer.
• Prepare and maintain necessary reports and records as required.

Stakeholder Relationship Management:

• Establish, cultivate, and sustain positive relationships with stakeholders involved in Environmental standards.
• Convert knowledge into valuable insights for projects and operations, improving business performance.
• Obtain required qualifications and certifications and comply with country-specific legal requirements.
• Apply environmental concepts to offer practical solutions that meet the environmental standards of the operations.

Budget Management and Cost Control:

• Assist in developing the Departmental budget.
• Discover chances for better cost management and take action to address them or report them to your supervisor.
• Compare the work done towards the end of the project with the contract requirements and specifications.
• Consolidate the budget at the end of a project and notify the Financial Department of any unspent funds.

This role is in the Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) at a Band 7 level reporting to the Section Manager Environmental.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Higher National qualification in Environmental Sciences /Environmental Management on NQF5.
• ISO14001:2015 and Environmental Laws for Managers' Certificates (advantageous)
• Registration with SACNASP South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (advantageous)
• SA Driver’s License

Experience

• Knowledge of operational processes within the scope of the role.
• 3-5 years operational experience in Environmental in the Mining industry.
• Experience with environmental and natural resource issues, particularly mining and land matters.
• Risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Leadership tools for implementing a culture of purpose-led highperformance and change.
• Safety, health and environment, legislative, statutory, and regulatory requirements.

Additional Information

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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