Environmental Management Consultant - Pretoria, South Africa - South African Reserve Bank

South African Reserve Bank

Verified Company

Pretoria, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

The main purpose of this position is to develop, implement, and improve the environmental management system, standards, processes and procedures for the SARB's environment and ensure compliance thereto.
Detailed Description

Develop the SARB's environmental and waste management (EMS) framework, procedures, processes and standards, and ensure that it is appropriately communicated, adopted and implemented by all stakeholders.

Advise and guide the business in the implementation of the EMS systems (policies, procedures, standards etc) and the prioritisation of EMS activities.
Develop training material and provide training and create awareness to facilitate understanding and adoption for appropriate implementation.
Identify, communicate and facilitate the implementation of changes in the EMS in the Bank.
Develop a framework in alignment with international with international standards (EMS
ISO14000) and set progressive targets to meet compliance levels as per generally accepted industry standards.
Conduct inspections and compile impact and aspect reports (IA) and keep records thereof, track and drive closure of IA across all operations and/or projects.
Recommend mitigating measures, guide and monitor the implementation of the mitigating measures and ensure that deviations from and nonconformance to the policy, procedures and standards are addressed.
Ensure that all major and registered projects have controlled EMS plans, and appropriately registered in keeping with acceptable standards or adopted framework.
Prepare management reports for all audits, findings and IA, and engage roleplayers in drafting improvement plans.
Develop a universe for all related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various codes of work.
Develop study material (manual) and deliver/coordinate the training of all technical and operational staff as per EMS guidelines.
Liaise with relevant stakeholders to address cross cutting issues, e.g. noncompliance or new initiatives.

Job Requirements

a minimum of a BTech or Degree specialising in Environmental Management OR equivalent technical stream (NQF7);

Professional registration with a recognised statutory council and

- a minimum of five to seven years' experience in a Environmental Management position, with at least 3 year exposure in built environment and/or mining sector.

The following would be an added advantage:
International certification in ISO14000 as auditor or equivalent

Exposure in a highly technical, projects and complex operation environment eg. multiple discipline office, kitchen and plant area.

Additional requirements are as follows:
Industry, organisational and business awareness knowledge and skill;

Extensive knowledge of Occupational Healthy and/ OHS Act 85 of 1993 and associated regulations; the National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 and associated regulations.
Building and Construction Regulations (OHS Act 85) knowledge and skills;
Food health and safety requirements (HASAP) knowledge and skills;
Auditing and continuous improvements framework knowledge and skills;
ISO14000 Environmental Management System knowledge and skills;

- business contingency planning knowledge and skills
- governance legislation risk and compliance knowledge and skills;
- emergency or disaster management/recovery knowledge and skills;
- food safety legislation knowledge and skills;
- accident and Incident Investigation knowledge and skills;
- effective communication skills;
- drive for results;
- analytical and problem-solving skills; and
- service and stakeholder focus.
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Shortlisted applicants will undergo psychometric assessments, an appropriate reference check and a security clearance as part of the selection process.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her experience and competence.

Ms Zani Mashinini

Divisional Head:
Centres of Excellence

Human Resources Department
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