Environmental Officer jobs in South Africa

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At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experiencedEnvironmental Officer IIto support and contribute to the sound environmental management of Sappi Forests’ activities, in order to meet national environmental requirements and maintain Certification.

As anEnvironmental Officer II, you will be responsible for:

• Provide technical input to environmental policies and procedures by reviewing information and the environmental requirements for Forestry to ensure the EMS is up to date.
• Provide technical advice to line staff on implementation of procedures through extension to ensure the EMS is implemented correctly and certification is maintained.
• Assess the impact of forestry activities by analysing and interpreting results (annual plantation audits, biodiversity and important conservation area monitoring) to identify forestry’s impact on the environment.
• Conduct internal environmental impact assessments (EIA) by assessing impacts of developments to mitigate impacts on the environment.
• Undertake environmental assessments and monitoring of important conservation areas through visits and surveys to ensure correct management of these areas.
• Conduct environmental incident investigations by assessing impacts (alien invasive plant, erosion, grazing, browsing, poaching and mechanical damage) to recommend mitigation and repair.
• Build and maintain awareness of the environmental or certification requirements through formal training, field days and a regular consultation service with own staff and contractors.
• Write popular articles by reviewing and analysing available information for publication internally and externally that report on the impacts (positive and negative) of Sappi’s forestry activities.

What are we looking for?

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Environmental Science or related qualification?
• A BTech or BSc Hons degree in the relevant field will be advantageous.
• 3 years relevant experience.
• Code 08 drivers’ license.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role).
• Market leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.