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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING 

 

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

 

CLOSING DATE : 04 May 2026

 

 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER (SPECIALISED PRODUCTION): AIR QUALITY PLANNING AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT REF NO: EADP 05/2026 

SALARY : R498 916 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Honours Degree in Environmental Management or Physical / Natural Sciences or Engineering (or an equivalent qualification); A valid (Code B) driving license. Competencies: Working knowledge and relevant experience of the following: Environmental Management, Integrated Environmental Management, particularly Air Quality Management; Air Quality Monitoring; Environmental Legislation; Compliance and Enforcement and Project Management / Planning; Environmental Management (air quality management, integrated environmental management; pollution management); Air Quality Management Systems (e.g., atmospheric emission licensing, air quality management planning, etc.); Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement, with respect to statutory obligations (e.g. NEMA; NEM:AQA); Environmental legislation, particularly as it relates to air quality management (e.g., NEMA, NEM:AQA). Skills in the following: General Office / Administration in respect of Budgeting and Financial Management; Human Resource Management (Supervisory and Mentoring); Research and report writing skills, including the ability to analyse, interpret and respond to scientific and technical reports; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal). 

 

DUTIES : Provide specialised advice and technical expertise towards the development and administration of Air Quality Management systems legislation and policies; Provide specialised support, guidance and technical advice on the development and implementation of specific projects (e.g. Atmospheric Emissions Licensing, Emissions Inventory, Dispersion Modelling, Air Quality Management Planning, information management and capacity building); Contribute towards the development and implementation of air quality management planning and governance, and reporting; Provide specialised inputs on compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEMA and NEM: AQA); Provide support and input to all financial management, human resource management, administrative and strategic planning and related functions. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Dr Joy Leaner at (joy.leaner@westerncape.gov.za) / Tel No: (021) 483 2798 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT OFFICER: ENVIRONMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT REF NO: EADP 06/2026 

SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant administrative experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial and administrative prescripts governing the public sector, the Western Cape Government and the Department; Legislation, regulations, policies and prescripts that are relevant to the Department and the component; General office administration processes; Database and information management processes; Project administration processes; Record-keeping legislation, regulations, policies, prescripts and processes; People management prescripts, policies and processes; Supply Chain Management. Skills needed: Computer Literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.); Accounting, Finance and Audit; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Must be able to meet strict deadlines. 

 

DUTIES : Facilitate procedural and administrative functions aligned with operational compliance; Coordinate and maintain environmental data systems to support policy implementation and regulatory reporting; Provide logistics and secretariat services to relevant stakeholders within the component; Administer financial processes to support environmentally aligned procurement, budgeting, and reporting functions. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr A Bassier Tel No: (021) 483 3506 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT OFFICER: WASTE POLICY AND MINIMISATION REF NO: EADP 07/2026 

SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant administrative experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial and administrative prescripts governing the public sector, the Western Cape Government and the Department; Legislation, regulations, policies, and prescripts that are relevant to the Department and the component; General office administration processes; Database and information management processes; Project administration processes; Record-keeping legislation, regulations, policies, prescripts and processes; People management prescripts, policies and processes; Supply Chain Management Skills needed: Computer Literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.); Accounting, Finance and Audit; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Must be able to meet strict deadlines. 

 

DUTIES : Facilitate procedural and administrative functions aligned with operational compliance; Coordinate and maintain environmental data systems to support policy implementation and regulatory reporting; Provide logistics and secretariat services to relevant stakeholders within the component; Administer financial processes to support environmentally aligned procurement, budgeting and reporting functions; Asset management; Perform supervisory functions. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms E Boonzaaier Tel No: (021) 483 8321 

 

 

 

 

 

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