Environmental Compliance Officer

SUMMARY:
VACANCY: ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Location: Private nature reserve, Greater Kruger area, Mpumalanga
Job type: Permanent
Reporting to: Conservation Manager (through the Assistant Conservation Manager)

POSITION INFO:
VACANCY: ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER Location: Private nature reserve, Greater Kruger area, Mpumalanga Job type: Permanent Reporting to: Conservation Manager (through the Assistant Conservation Manager) Remuneration: Market related, based on qualifications and experience About the role A private nature reserve in the Greater Kruger area is looking for an Environmental Compliance Officer to make sure that developments and activities on the reserve comply with environmental legislation, authorisations and management plans. You will work with management, landowners, lodge operators, developers and contractors, with a focus on developments, rehabilitation and waste management. Key responsibilities Assess developments and activities against environmental legislation and give compliance guidance Keep a central register of EAs, EIAs and EMPrs and make sure their conditions are carried out Complete environmental screening for new developments and confirm approvals are in place before construction Run compliance inspections and audits at development sites, lodges, workshops and contractor camps Report non-compliance, recommend corrective action and follow up until matters are closed Set and inspect rehabilitation requirements for development projects Oversee waste management compliance (NEMWA), including hazardous waste and disposal records Train and guide land managers, lodge operators and developers on environmental requirements Requirements Tertiary qualification in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Law, Natural Resource Management, Conservation Management or a related field 2 to 5 years' environmental compliance experience Experience with environmental authorisations, EIAs, EMPrs, inspections, waste management and rehabilitation Sound working knowledge of NEMA, NEMPA, NEMBA, NEMWA, the National Water Act and the EIA Regulations Strong report writing, record keeping and communication skills Computer literate; GIS knowledge an advantage Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport Experience in a protected or conservation area an advantage Please note This position is non-resident and no accommodation is provided. You will travel to the reserve as required, so candidates living within commuting distance are preferred Shortlisted candidates will undergo psychometric, polygraph and background checks Preference will be given to South African citizens and candidates from designated groups in line with Employment Equity How to apply Apply online at Closing date: 30 November 2026 If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.