Environmental Officer Production Grade – C

Salary: R357 597 – R610 131 per annum, (OSD)

Centre: Durban

A National Diploma in Natural Sciences or equivalent.
One (1) year experience in the relevant field of Water Resources Management including internship or experiential learning will serve as an added advantage.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge and understanding of the National Water Act, 1998, sector relevant legislation: CARA, NEMA, MPRDA and
related policies. Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management.
Knowledge in water use investigation, inspections, and sampling procedures.
Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation skills.
Knowledge of technical assessment of action plans.
Interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
The ability and willingness to travel and work long hours where necessary.

Implement compliance and enforcement activities of the unit.
Ensure enforcement of the National Water Act.
Conduct compliance inspections for various sector-related activities against legislation, policies, regulations and
licenses and compile a formal inspection report.
Provide support to education and awareness component to promote compliance.
Conduct investigation of reported unlawful water use and implement enforcement actions through administrative (prepare and issue notices and directives), criminal and civil
enforcement measures.
Prepare necessary information, reports and evidence for court applications.
Assess and review technical reports and action plans to monitor compliance against issued enforcement actions.

Ms. Zanele Msimang, Cell No: