This is a fixed-term contract position for an Environmental Management Officer at Eskom, South Africa’s main electricity provider. The role is part of the Construction Services department, specifically under Substations, and will be based across different sites nationwide. The job focuses on ensuring environmental compliance and managing environmental activities for projects and support services.

As an Environmental Management Officer, you will work closely with site teams and contractors to handle environmental issues. Your main tasks will include managing environmental risks, ensuring contractors follow environmental laws and project-specific rules, and checking their management plans and work instructions. You will also help prepare weekly and monthly environmental reports, ensure SHEQ standards are met, and engage with contractors to solve environmental challenges.

To qualify, you must have a National Diploma in Environmental Management or a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences or Environmental Management, a valid code 8 (B) driver’s license, and at least three years of experience in environmental management. Strong technical knowledge of environmental laws, excellent communication skills, and leadership abilities are essential.

This 24-month contract offers market-related pay and exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects in the electricity sector.