Job Details

Job Description

Our client in mining industry seeks the services of an Environmental Control Officer to be Conducting research and analyze on topics such as environmental impact, pollution prevention technique, and government regulations related to environmental issues in relation to the project.

REPORTING STRUCTURE
Supervision Of: Operation teams
Interacts With: Management, government authorities, consultants, service providers

JOB DESCRIPTION
Developing policies, procedures, and guidelines for operation teams related to the project
Conducting research and analysis on topics such as environmental impact, pollution prevention techniques, and government regulations related to environmental issues related to the project
Preparing reports, maps, charts, and other documentation detailing findings from inspections
Educating the management, on site teams and staff on environmental issues and compliance with regulations
Investigating complaints about potential environmental violations and conducting follow-up audits to ensure compliance with established guidelines
Maintaining records of environmental data and samples collected during investigations
Recommending changes in operations / process based on findings from investigations / inspections before the project implementation
Conducting site inspections to identify environmental hazards and make recommendations for corrective action
Liaise with Government Authorities, consultants, service providers on all Environmental control issues & matters
Keep updated with environmental regulations, legislations, codes of practices of Zambia

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Experience: 4 years plus
Education Level: Degree
Qualifications: Bachelors’ degree in Environmental Science / Nature Prevention, Master’s degree in relevant field is preferred
Software: MS Office
Equipment: Job related
Knowledge Of: Environmental Legislations, Regulations, Codes of Practices of Zambia
Skills To: Organizational skills, problem-solving, effective communication
Ability To: Adaptability
Other Requirements: Work experience in Mining Projects & related Environmental matters

ORGANISATION
Industry: Mining
Culture: Mixed
Gender Profile: Mixed
Age Profile: Any

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Employment: Permanent
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Remuneration: Negotiable