Sustainability Consultant

Recruiter:

Marvel Placement Consultants

Job Ref:

PTA001570/KC

Date posted:

Friday, May 23, 2025

Location:

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Sustainability Consultant
Our client, a well-established environmental consultancy firm based in Pietermaritzburg, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sustainability Consultant to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant post-qualification experience in environmental consulting, with a strong background in Basic Assessments, Environmental Impact Assessments, Water Use License Applications, environmental auditing, and Environmental Control Officer functions. Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams is essential.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

BSc Honours Degree in an environmental discipline (MSc advantageous).
Minimum five (5) years’ relevant environmental consulting experience.
Registered with the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA).
SACNASP Professional Registration.
Demonstrated experience in

BAs,
EIAs,
WULAs,
Environmental Auditing,
and ECO functions

Proficiency in GIS software.
Strong scientific report writing and documentation skills.
Experience in proposal and tender compilation and management.
In-depth knowledge of NEMA, the National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998), and related legislation and guidelines.
Valid Driver’s License and own vehicle.
Willingness to travel extensively and work extended hours as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and manage environmental applications and assessments including BAs, EIAs, and WULAs.
Conduct environmental audits and perform duties as an ECO.
Compile high-quality scientific and technical reports.
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams.
Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and internal procedures.
Contribute to business development through the preparation of tenders and proposals.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant environmental regulations and best practices.
Provide input into strategic planning and environmental risk assessments.
Travel to project sites as required.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 28 May 2025, however CVs will be accepted until 21 June 2025.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We appreciate your interest and strive to respond to each applicant. Should your application be successful, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will be retained for consideration in future opportunities.

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