Environmental Impact Assessment Practitioner Cemetery Development Project (Contract)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies in line with NEMA regulations
  

• Prepare and submit Environmental Authorisation applications to the relevant authorities
  

• Manage Water Use Licence applications in accordance with the National Water Act
  

• Identify and coordinate required specialist environmental studies
  

• Appoint and manage external specialists (landscape architect, geotechnical, utilities investigations)
  

• Conduct public participation processes across all EIA phases
  

• Liaise with regulatory authorities and stakeholders
  

• Prepare environmental sensitivity mapping and development alternatives
  

• Lead bulk water and power supply investigations and approvals
  

• Identify additional environmental permits, approvals, or amendments required
  

• Ensure compliance with environmental, heritage, and resource legislation
  

• Ensure adherence to National Building Regulations and standards
  

• Provide preliminary site designs and technical drawings
  

• Deliver final reports and recommendations
  

• Provide professional advisory support to stakeholders
  

• Maintain independence, objectivity, and ethical compliance
  

Key Competencies

• Environmental legislation expertise
  

• Regulatory navigation and compliance
  

• Project coordination
  

• Stakeholder management
  

• Analytical and risk assessment skills
  

• Professional ethics and independence
  

• Communication and reporting
  

Contract Nature

• Project -based contract
  

• On -site and stakeholder engagement required
  

• Immediate or short -notice availability preferred
  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) or equivalent professional registration
  

• Proven experience leading EIAs for large infrastructure or land development projects
  

• Strong knowledge of NEMA, EIA Regulations, and National Water Act requirements
  

• Demonstrated experience obtaining environmental authorizations and water use licences
  

• Experience managing multidisciplinary specialist teams
  

• Strong stakeholder engagement and public participation experience
  

• Excellent technical reporting and regulatory submission skills
  

• Ability to work independently and maintain professional objectivity