Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Rehabilitation Manager to join our team and play a vital role in advancing sustainable resource management. This position requires a professional who thrives on making a meaningful impact, with the ability to evaluate the economic value of natural resources and ecosystem services. In this role, you will directly contribute to responsible resource management, and rehabilitation practices, ensuring positive outcomes for both the environment and our stakeholders.


Manage and contribute to the compilation of rehabilitation plans and implementation projects. Thorough understanding of soil science and how soils relate to rehabilitation and land use planning. Knowledge related to flora and vegetation monitoring techniques. Thorough understanding of different techniques that can be used for rehabilitation. Understanding wetland assessments and practical knowledge on the principles of wetland offset and rehabilitation. Understanding of practical methods of rehabilitation that are both feasible and cost effective. Understanding of ecological principles and the impacts of mining on these both pre and post mining. Legal knowledge associated with rehabilitation, as well as international standards and guidelines. Identification of potential shortcomings related to existing sites that have been rehabilitated and how to address these shortcomings. Monitoring protocols that can be implemented post rehabilitation to monitor the success of rehabilitation. Must be able to interact with multiple consulting disciplines and specifically contractor management. Lead the marketing of the company's different rehabilitation services we offer (rehabilitation implementation, rehabilitation plans; rehabilitation monitoring and audits). Act as a key accounts manager for designated clients through regular meetings, networking, and fulfilling a project sponsor role. Effective people management, which includes, development, recruitment, coaching and mentoring, disciplining, succession planning, budget, and performance management. Grow our market share through upselling and cross selling the organisation's services to new and existing clients. Build and maintain relationship with internal and external stakeholders. Management of workload schedules for the department thereby ensuring effective workforce planning. Research new technological and legal developments and trends and communicate this to relevant stakeholders. Manage the development, growth, and technical output of the Department. Provide specialist studies that integrate into the EIA process as well as standalone specialist products.

Key Requirements

B.Sc. degree in Ecology or Natural Sciences (or similar) Project Management Certificate would be beneficial. 8 or more years in the relevant field, preferably within consulting would be beneficial. Experience in the mining and resources industry and international experience would be beneficial. Must have a valid driver's license. Environmental legislation. Land Use Planning. Rehabilitation planning and contractor management Specialist studies relating to EIA processes. People Management principles. Financial Management (Such as budgeting, forecasting etc.). Customer Management and Business Development Strong Report Writing. Excellent mentorship and coaching skills. * Strong interpersonal skills.