Environmental Officer D1

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Conducting environmental inspections and taking action to address outcomes - including development of short-term improvement plan.
• Conduct inspections and internal audits for license and permit compliance.
• Support the implementation of improvement plans to address identified compliance gaps.
• Assist to maintain a list of material environmental risks.
• Assist to implement and field verify critical controls for each material environmental risk
• Assist implementation of the sites Environmental Management Systems
• Assist to maintain and utilize relevant environmental models in order to predict future environmental impacts and/or proactively manage key site environmental risks (with providing data and supporting information).
• Support the implementation of actions and improvement plans to address findings from incident investigations and to prevent repeat incidents.
• Assist with training of Environmental interns on the environmental incident procedure.
• Understand the stated annual performance objectives and assist in monitoring and reporting progress.
• Assist with monitoring of progress against environmental targets and key risks.
• Provide support and guidance for rehabilitation projects and execution.
• Provide support for regular meetings with regulators/authorities and local communities.
• Assist to implement the Environmental Monitoring Program for the site (by conducting monitoring and/or overseeing monitoring conducted by third parties).

This role is at a D1 level reporting to the Environmental Specialist.

Qualifications :

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science or any other Natural Science related qualification  
• In addition recommended: relevant short courses such as Environmental law ISO14001 and Auditing

Experience and Skills

• At least 3 years experience in mining/process environment in related field.
• Experience in mine rehabilitation projects essential
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel PowerPoint Word)
• Presentation and communication skills
• Valid drivers license essential

Additional Information :

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date: 30 January 2026

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time