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Consultancy based in Hillcrest is looking for an Environmental Consultant to join their team.
Key Requirements
- Natural Science Degree and an honours degree
- 2+ years relevant experience
- Registered as a Candidate EAP with EAPASA or provide proof that this has been applied for
- Working knowledge of NEMA and the NEMA EIA regulations and their implementation
- Competent in MS word and MS outlook and familiar with MS Excel
- Report writing
- Excellent communication skills
- A valid drivers licence and willing and able to drive long distances
- A team player with good social and communication skills
- Good time management
- Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
Key Functions
- Basic Assessment process including:
- Using the DFFE screening tool.
- Screening the site and proposed activity identifying applicable listed activities.
- Preparation of required maps – we use QGIS and google maps.
- Identifying required specialist studies and necessary information needed for a process.
- Appointing and managing specialists.
- Running and managing the public participation process which will also include on site public participation as required which entails going to site and placing noticeboards and handing out notifications; attending meetings and taking minutes.
- Setting up and running a pre-application meeting with the assessing authority.
- Writing the draft and final BAR and ensuring the report is professionally formatted.
- Managing the timeline and keeping the client and EPRO managers up to date.
- Water Use Authorisation.
- Liaising with clients, I & APs and government departments.
- Environmental Construction Monitoring and Auditing.
- May be required to undertake other administration or office tasks as and when required (i.e. dropping off documents; collecting documents etc).