Environmental Sustainability Technical Specialist

SUMMARY:
Environmental Sustainability Specialist

POSITION INFO:

Environmental Sustainability Technical Specialist

An international automotive OEM manufacturer is seeking to fill the Sustainability Sustainability Technical Specialist position in the Production based in Kariega.

Key responsibilities

• Key company technical interface for environmental programs i.e., Zero Impact Factory, Decarbonisation and Environmental forums of the company Brand and Group.
• Implementing environmental benchmarking activities and exchange knowledge within the Group and the local industry.
• Sourcing and interpreting the required statistical and technical data necessary for decision-making.
• Ensuring successful implementation of environmental sustainability programs by submitting documentation as per technical requirements required by government and regulatory authorities, e.g. grid impact assessments, time of use energy consumption, water quality requirements, etc.
• Providing technical input for preparation of the Specification Documents and RFQ for environmental sustainability programs in order to ensure successful procurement process.
• Preparing technical evaluations of quotes received and make final recommendation on whether the company requirements will be met in order to appoint suppliers.
• Liaising with various stakeholder (Universities, NGO''s, CSIR, local municipality etc.) in order to be keep abreast on Environmental Sustainability developments in industry.
• Developing energy key performance indicators and establish targets by area to ensure Group targets are achieved.
• Evaluating technical competence and feasibility of potential suppliers for inclusion on bidding list for quotation purposes.
• Compilation of technical inputs for presentations to SEC, P&L strategies, BoM and Corporate strategy.
• Ensure approved projects are executed according to technical specifications within budget and time parameters.

Qualification & Experience needed

• National Diploma / Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Sustainability related Engineering qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in an Environmental Sustainability related capacity in an industrial manufacturing industry.
• In-depth technical knowledge of environmental systems utilized in a manufacturing industry e.g. water filtration/re-use, green electricity concepts, alternative fuels, biodiversity, battery storage, etc.
• Experience in preparation of technical specifications, technical evaluation and project management of industrial projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Assertive with good presentation and negotiation skills.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office).
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams and must be a team player.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical skills with an approach to problem solving and decision-making.

Applications must be submitted to by no later than 31 January 2026