Job Description

Closing Date

2026/01/26

Reference Number

WCG251112-5

Tracking Number

EADP 26/2025

Job Title

Control Environmental Officer: Air Quality Planning and Information Management, Ref No. EADP 26/2025

Department

Environmental Affairs and Development Planning

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Dr J Leaner at (021) 483 2888

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to assist with the management, development and implementation of integrated environmental management legislation and systems with regard to Air Quality Management.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 4-year B-Degree/ Honours (equivalent or higher qualification) in natural or physical sciences, environmental sciences or engineering field or an equivalent qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Assist with the management of and provide strategic and specialist inputs on the development and administration of air quality management systems and policies (norms and standards, guidelines and air quality planning and information management); Support with the management of and contribute towards the development and implementation of air quality management planning and capacity building of staff, municipalities and industry; Management of and provide technical and subject specific comment and advice on technical reports (e.g., Air Quality reports, basic assessments, scoping and EIA's etc); Perform Financial and Human Resource Management, including general office management of the component; It will be advantageous to have the following: Specialist and technical knowledge and experience in integrated environmental management, particularly as it relates to air quality management processes and systems; Functional knowledge and experience in relevant environmental legislation and policies, particularly as it relates to Specific Environmental Management Acts promulgated in terms of the National Environmental Management Act; Functional knowledge and experience in integrated environmental management, particularly air quality management planning processes and/or activities as it relates to Specific Environmental Management Acts promulgated in terms of the National Environmental Management Act; Functional knowledge on related sectors/ fields, e.g. mining, agriculture, water, industry, spatial planning, town and regional planning, etc; Functional knowledge of strategic planning, and experience in human resource management, financial management requirements and relevant fiscal policies, regulations and legislation and administration procedures relating to the specific working environment; Functional knowledge of conflict management; Functional knowledge and experience in Project management; Willingness to travel.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding in the following

: Environmental and/or air quality management systems, including integrated environmental management; Environmental legislation and policies, particularly relating to air quality management.

Skills needed

: Conflict Resolution / Time Management; Project Management and report writing skills; Planning, Financial and Human Resource Management; General Office / Administration: Supervisory and Mentoring, Budgeting and Financial Management; Excellent research and report writing skills, including the ability to analyse, interpret and respond to scientific and technical reports; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.); Ability to meet strict deadlines; Communication (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

Grade A - R 612 480 per annum (OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from

Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

. Contact the helpline at

086 137 0214

. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.