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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
CLOSING DATE : 20 August 2018
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
CLOSING DATE : 20 August 2018
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202
OTHER POSTS
CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER, GRADE A: POLLUTION MONITORING AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT REF NO: EADP 2018-27
SALARY : Grade A: R468 513 per annum (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 4-year degree in Natural/Physical/Environmental Sciences or Engineering; A minimum of 6 years’ relevant post-qualification experience; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: Project Management experience; Financial Management experience; Data and Information Management experience and practice; Policy development experience. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Environmental Management and legislation; Pollution Management; Strategic planning and review skills; Excellent report writing skills which include the drafting of official and technical reports; Ability to analyse and interpret scientific and technical reports and scientific data; Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
DUTIES : Manage and provide specialist pollution information and chemicals management including water quality management; Manage the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of specialised projects within the Directorate, including projects such as the Berg River Improvement Project, Breede River Environmental Resources Protection Plan; Provide specialist technical comments, advice and guidance of environmental reports and scientific papers and contribute towards the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, legislation, strategies, action plans, guidelines, norms and standards of pollution risk abatement (especially w.r.t. water- and soil resources); Manage and provide specialist pollution and chemical advice with regard to compliance and enforcement in support of the enforcement units in terms of our statutory obligations under NEMA; Manage and perform Financial- and Human Resources Management including general office management.
ENQUIRIES: Mr Z Brown at (021) 483 8367
CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER, GRADE A: BIODIVERSITY REF NO: EADP 2018-28
SALARY : Grade A: R468 513 per annum (OSD as prescribed).
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 4-year Degree in Environmental, Natural or Earth Science; A minimum of 6 years’ relevant post-qualification experience; A valid code B driving licence and willingness to travel within the Western Cape. Recommendations: Technical working experience in the field of Biodiversity Management; Project Management experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Development and implementation of Biodiversity and Environmental legislation, relevant policies, regulations, action plans, guidelines, norms and standards; Environmental Management particularly related to biodiversity; Appropriate technical skills in natural sciences, Conservation Management, Biodiversity Management, ecosystems and biodiversity planning; Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
DUTIES : Assist in the development and implementation of relevant policies, legislation, strategies, action plans, guidelines, norms and standards; Provide support to other spheres of government, stakeholders and internal clients on biodiversity conservation and management related issues; Manage and implement biodiversity capacity building and advocacy in the Department, relevant government spheres, municipalities and with other stakeholders; Assist with oversight over Cape Nature through integrated monitoring and evaluation; Planning, arrangement and management of meetings and workshops; Preparing and deliver biodiversity related presentations; Perform and manage administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES: Mr A Ackhurst at (021) 483 5126
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER (SPECIALISED PRODUCTION): WASTE MANAGEMENT LICENSING REF NO: EADP 2018-32
SALARY : R380 364 per annum (OSD as prescribed).
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate Honours Degree in Natural/Physical Science or Environmental Science/Engineering preferably Civil; A valid code B driving licence and willingness to travel as required. Recommendations: Experience of the following: Environmental field, especially related to waste management; Compliance, monitoring, enforcement and auditing; Environmental Impact Management and/or Waste Management permitting licensing, Project Management; Supervision and monitoring; Facilitation of Public Participation processes. Competencies: Specialised and technical knowledge of: Environmental, general and hazardous waste management information documents to advise internal and external stakeholders; Facilitation of public participation processes as well as proven supervisory and mentoring skills; Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Ability to conduct in-depth research; The ability to interpret and analyse complex general and hazardous waste information documentation in order to advise internal and external stakeholders.
DUTIES : Administer the waste management licensing through the review and evaluation of waste impact and technical reports and the drafting of waste management licences; Develop, implement and review waste management licensing processes, systems, policy measures and specific projects with regard to waste management licensing; Assist with general management i.e. assist with Financial and Human Resource Management and administration; Ensure compliance monitoring and enforcements of relevant waste management legislation with respect to statutory obligations; Provide specialist technical advice on complex technical scoping and environmental impact assessment reports and policy documents to organs of state and other stakeholders on integrated waste management.
ENQUIRIES: Mr L McBain-Charles at (021) 483 2747
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: ENVIRONMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT REGION 2, REF NO: EADP 2018-30
(12 Month Contract Position)
SALARY : R163 563 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendations: Data capturing, statistical reporting and information management; Human resource and financial administration, procurement of goods and services; Effective records management; Planning and organising skills. Competencies: Knowledge and experience of office administration, Human resource and financial administration; Procurement policies and procedures; Data capturing, statistical reporting and information management; Planning and organising skills; Records management; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages in the Western Cape; Ability to work well within a team.
DUTIES : Data capturing, statistical reporting and information management; Human resource and financial administration, procurement of goods and services; Effective records management; Planning and organising skills.
ENQUIRIES: Mr MN Albertyn at (021) 483 0779