| Government Entity | Mpumalanga - Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | DARDLEA/2026/08/38 |
| Salary | R 518 769.00 per annum |
| Centre / Location | Ehlanzeni District |
| Closing Date | September 11, 2026 |
| Source and Application | erecruitment.mpg.gov.za |
Reference Number: DARDLEA/2026/08/38
Department: Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA)
Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: Environmental Impact and Air Quality Management Services
Chief Directorate: Environmental Quality Management and Regulatory Compliance Services
Programme: Environmental Affairs Services
Salary Level: OSD
Remuneration: R 518 769.00 per annum
Location: Ehlanzeni District
Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
Job Description
Knowledge of relevant Public Service Regulatory
Framework (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Finance
Management). Practical knowledge of and experience in working with the National
Environmental Management Act, Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations,
associated Instruments, and policies, guidelines, norms and standards related
to Integrated Environmental Management. Understanding and knowledge of all
environmental prescripts applicable for EIA. Ability to work independently and in
a multidisciplinary team. Excellent verbal and written communications skills,
including negotiation and diplomacy. Experience in project administration, and
policy analysis and development. Resourceful, and an ability to operate
Microsoft office programmes effectively. Ability to work under pressure within
strict timelines. Ability to write and interpret technical reports and
documents. A valid driver’s license.
Requirements
Grade
12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) or related qualification in
Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Law, or Environmental
Sciences. Minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in Environmental
Management, of which at least three (2) years must be in Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA). Registration with EAPASA in terms of Section 24H of NEMA.
Duties
:
Review and administer applications for environmental authorisations and all
associated reports submitted to the District office in terms of the appropriate
legislation, and draft recommendations for enforceable environmental
authorisations; evaluate and provide comment for applications for mining
activities where the Department of Mineral Resources is the Competent
Authority; evaluate and comment on Land Use Applications; maintain accurate
registers of all applications and authorisations; facilitate the implementation
of other Integrated Environmental Management tools; Provide specialised
technical input and advice on impact management to clients, stakeholders and
communities; perform administrative and related functions.
More Information
Only shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign
qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South
African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be
considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two
pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted
candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a
date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended
candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency
assessment. All shortlisted
candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and
interview. Following the technical
exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo
psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioral
preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
Correspondence
will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will
be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement
within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions
will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted
within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your
application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed
subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department
is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative
action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all
relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. EM Mkhonza Tel No: (013) 759 4000 or Ms. MH Sekoma 013 759
4000
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) or related qualification in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Law, or Environmental Sciences. Minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in Environmental Management, of which at least three (2) years must be in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Registration with EAPASA in terms of Section 24H of NEMA.
Duties
: Review and administer applications for environmental authorisations and all associated reports submitted to the District office in terms of the appropriate legislation, and draft recommendations for enforceable environmental authorisations; evaluate and provide comment for applications for mining activities where the Department of Mineral Resources is the Competent Authority; evaluate and comment on Land Use Applications; maintain accurate registers of all applications and authorisations; facilitate the implementation of other Integrated Environmental Management tools; Provide specialised technical input and advice on impact management to clients, stakeholders and communities; perform administrative and related functions.
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.mpg.gov.za