Senior Environmental Consultant (ESIA & ESDD) - Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town
Assegai Recruitment · Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town
Overview
A multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a Senior Environmental Consultant to lead environmental and social assessments across South Africa and Africa. You will work on infrastructure, energy, resources and industrial projects, advising clients on complex risks. This role combines hands on delivery with senior client engagement, team guidance and business development. It is ideal for an experienced consultant who enjoys technical work and mentoring others. The position offers exposure to international assignments and a competitive package with medical aid and pension fund.
About the role
Our client, a multidisciplinary consultancy, is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to lead environmental and social assessments and advise clients on complex project risks. You will provide technical guidance to the Environmental Planning and Advisory team while working on projects across infrastructure, energy, resources and industrial sectors.
What you will do:
- Lead and deliver Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) assignments.
- Advise clients and senior stakeholders on environmental and social matters affecting their projects.
- Manage work within your technical specialism, taking responsibility for quality and timely delivery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contributing broader environmental and sustainability expertise.
- Provide technical direction and guidance to colleagues within the Environmental Planning and Advisory team.
- Build and maintain client relationships and support key account management.
- Contribute to proposals, marketing initiatives and business development activities.
- Undertake project related travel within South Africa and elsewhere in Africa as required.
Application note: Please ensure your CV highlights your experience leading ESIA and ESDD assignments, your EAPASA registration status, and any SACNASP registration. The reference number for this role is DUR000467-LL-1.
Requirements
- A degree in a relevant environmental and/or social discipline.
- Established experience as a senior environmental and/or social specialist.
- A track record of leading ESIA and/or ESDD consulting assignments in South Africa and other African countries.
- Project experience in sub Saharan Africa outside South Africa, with the ability to travel.
- EAPASA registration, or evidence that an application is in progress.
- SACNASP registration would be advantageous.
- Demonstrable project knowledge across several relevant sectors, including water, mining, renewable energy, roads and rail, ports and marine infrastructure, gas or industrial manufacturing.
- Broad knowledge of environmental and social disciplines, such as air quality, ecological impacts, climate change, occupational health and safety, resettlement planning and labour practices.
Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and/or Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) assignments.
- Advise clients and senior stakeholders on environmental and social matters affecting their projects.
- Manage work within your technical specialism, taking responsibility for the quality and timely delivery of outputs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contributing broader environmental and sustainability expertise across projects.
- Provide technical direction and guidance to colleagues within the Environmental Planning and Advisory team.
- Build and maintain client relationships and support key account management.
- Contribute to proposals, marketing initiatives and business development activities.
- Undertake project related travel within South Africa and elsewhere in Africa as required.
Benefits
Medical aid, pension fund
Job details
- Organisation
- Assegai Recruitment
- Location
- Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Science & Research
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
Hi there! This Senior Environmental Consultant role is a great fit if you have solid experience leading ESIA and ESDD projects and want to work across South Africa and the rest of Africa. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your project leadership, the sectors you have worked in, and your registration status with EAPASA and SACNASP. In your cover letter, briefly explain why you are interested in this consultancy and how you can contribute to their team and business growth. Interviews will likely focus on your technical approach to assessments, how you manage clients and stakeholders, and your ability to travel. Be ready to discuss specific projects you have led, the challenges you faced, and how you handled them. Good luck!
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