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Senior Permitting Manager - Cape TownJob InformationLocationCape TownSalaryR750 000 per annum Job TypePermanentEducationBachelors Degree in relevant field (science, environmental, etc.)Experience8+ years of experienceReferenceSPM20221122MOSMEmailengineering.jobs(at)staffingprojects.co.zaFax0867182241A very well-established and well sought-after Renewable Energy company has a vacancy available for a Senior Permitting Manager.Responsibilities:Whilst this should not be considered an exhaustive list, you should expect your day-to-day activities and responsibilities to include the following;Land:Department of Agriculture No-objection letters.Re-zoning applications, and management of town planning subcontractors.Engagement and follow ups with local and district municipalities, as well as municipal planning tribunals, regarding applications where applicable.S53 Mineral land use consents.Liaison with Land claims department and confirmation of no land claims.CARA approvals (if/where required).Environmental:Environmental Authorisations (EA) and EA amendments- manage process and liaise with EAPs and/or specialists to ensure timelines are met, and provide the link between the EIA team and the companyxe2x80x99s project developers and development engineers.Water use applications (WUL and/ or GA as required).Updates and approvals of EMPr and Final Layout approval processes.Management of pre-construction specialist site xe2x80x9cwalkthroughxe2x80x9d and micro siting.Identification of need, and management of, pre-construction avifaunal monitoring.Biodiversity permits, including plan/tree removal permits.EA split of Facility/Grid Connection (i.e. Self-Build Eskom scope) where applicable, to Eskom Standards.Water use and/or Waste service provision, confirmation letters from Municipalities.Management of heritage mitigation, SAHRA permits etc.Other/TechnicalCAA applications.Transnet and SANRAL wayleave applications (with engineer assistance/input).Liaisons with and approvals from SKA, S29 telecoms (e.g. Telkom/Sentech/MTN/Vodacom etc.)General:Establish, manage and report on the relevant project permitting budgets.Help ensure that all projects deliver on their commitments and obligations in relation to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) aspects.Leading the environmental and social due diligence tasks, primarily for the project and business development teams, but also for the sales, EPC and O&M and whenever possible.Liaising with the respective statutory organisations and relevant stakeholders.Assisting with Client and subcontractor Environmental, Social and Governance review.Managing project compliance with Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards.Permitting projects to be xe2x80x9cbid readyxe2x80x9d to be bid into certain procurement programmes.Preparation and compilation of bids and tenders.Project administration and record keeping.Occasional travel to prospective sites may be required.Minimum Qualifications And Experience:3 year + Tertiary degree or diploma (or similar) in a relevant field (e.g. science, environmental, town planning, project management, project development).6 years + Post graduate work experience, with at least 3 years in a relevant related role (e.g. project development, environmental consulting, town planning, etc.)Proven experience of successfully managing multiple projects within budget and on schedule.Experience and Knowledge of the South African renewable energy industry (particularly large scale wind and solar).Proven ability to speak and write fluently in English.Possession of a valid, South Africa Code 08 driverxe2x80x99s license.Desirable Attributes:8 years + Post graduate work experience5 years + of project development and land and/or environmental experience within the renewable energy sector or in other industries facing similar challenges, such as infrastructure and construction.Certificates/Additional courses in / or strong knowledge of Environmental Law.Certificates/Additional courses in Project ManagementThorough understanding of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment (DFFE) Environmental Authorisation assessment process; ideally with respect to renewable energy projects.Motivated, driven and ability to self-manage.Strong administrative skills.Proven ability to work within a small project development team and across business units.Proven ability to solve problems creatively.Proficiency in a second language (preferably Afrikaans);Location: Cape Town, Western CapeSalary: R750 000 per annumWhen applying, please use reference number: SPM20221122MOSMShould you meet the requirements for the above position please email a copy of your updated CV to engineering.jobs@mspstaffing.co.zaAlternatively, you can contact Stella/Roxanne/Hannah on 021 555 0432 or visit our website at www.Staffingprojects.co.za to see other positions we have to offer.Correspondence will only be sent out to shortlisted Candidates, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.#renewable #energy #green #capetown #environmentalPlease like and share to help change a life!or email us: engineering.jobs@)staffingprojects.co.za

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