Dpsa
Control Environment Officer Grade A: Prioritised Infrastructure Projects Ref No: Rcsm27/2026
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Pay
R 636 978 per year
Location
Pretoria
a government employer is hiring a Control Environment Officer Grade A: Prioritised Infrastructure Projects Ref No: Rcsm27/2026 in Pretoria. Public Service. A degree or higher qualification is required. You apply with a Z83 on the official site.
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- Closing date known
- Degree required
Vacancy details
Post
35/33
Salary
R636 978 per annum, (OSD)
Centre
Pretoria
Requirements
A 4-year degree in Environmental Management/ Science or Natural Science or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 8) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 6 years post qualification experience in the related field. Appropriate knowledge and experience in the application of National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) (NEMA), as amended, NEMA Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations 2014 (GN No, R982 of 4 December 2014, as amended) and National Environmental Management Waste Act. Knowledge of EIA Regulations, the integrated environmental management and its application. Extensive knowledge of sustainable development ideals and objectives, and all associated integrated environmental management instruments and tools. Understanding of the policy and legislative framework governing environmental management in general and legislative process. Experience in the administration and review of EIA’s and the dynamics of EIA’s administration systems. Applicants must have the following skills: Advance computer skills, Project management skills, report writing skills and good communication skills (written or oral). Applicants must be able to work individually and, in a team, and must have the ability to work under pressure without supervision. Applicants must be willing to travel extensively and have a valid driver’s license.
Duties
Administer the environmental authorisation system in terms of NEMA and NEMWA related to all national developments. Review EIA reports and recommendations made by Case Officers. Review and process a Section 24G and 30A applications in terms of NEMA and its Regulations, 2014 as amended. Establish and/or maintain relationships with key stakeholders on a monthly or bi-monthly or quarterly meetings or forums. Manage, respond and/ or delegate queries from stakeholders. Manage, guide and advise Control Environmental Officers and Case Officers. Coordinate and interact with stakeholders and provide guidance during planned and impromptu meetings as well as during site visits to clarify EIA related matters. Review and/ or provide technical input to Appeals Response Reports (ARRs). Support Regulatory Services with compliance monitoring and enforcement. Participate in the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) and Strategic Infrastructure Projects (SIPs) meetings for EIA applications lodged with the Department. Respond to Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) requests, Ministerial and Parliamentary queries.
Enquiries
Ms Olivia Letlalo Tel No: (012) 399 8815
Reference
RCSM27/2026
Closing date
2026-10-19
Circular
Circular 35 of 2026