Environmental Consultant

We have an opportunity for an Environmental Consultant to contribute within a vibrant multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will work on a range of projects diverse in type and scale located in South Africa, wider Africa and abroad. They will have the opportunity to work in an integrated project environment and to deliver self-managed high-quality work related to their own technical specialism.

They will be expected to support in other projects using their wider environment and sustainability skills and knowledge. Provide team guidance to the Environmental Planning and Advisory team. Key client/account relationship management, participation in marketing and may be required to provide input to business development activities, and development of proposals. Lead / prominent role in delivering local and international (Africa) projects.

Engagement with Clients and other stakeholders at the senior executive level and providing support and guidance on critical Environmental and Social (E&S) aspects affecting their projects. Experience in Sub Sahara Africa (outside of South Africa) and ability to travel.

Location:

Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are looking for people with the following experience –

• A degree a relevant environmental and/or social discipline.
• Recognized as a senior or seasoned environmental and/or social specialist leading and delivering local and international (Africa) ESIA and/or ESDD consulting assignments.
• EAPASA Registration is required or evidence of application in process and SACNASP registration would be advantageous.
• Demonstrable project knowledge in several of the following sectors: water, mining and energy (renewables), road and rail infrastructure, ports and marine infrastructure, mining, gas, and industrial manufacturing facilities.
• Knowledgeable in a wide range of environmental and social sub-disciplines (i.e. air quality, ecological impact, climate change, occupational health and safety, resettlement planning, labour practices etc.)

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and…