We are seeking an experienced Environmental Manager with expertise in environmental compliance, permitting, and environmental assessments, who can also contribute to health and safety initiatives. This important role will:
• Develop and enhance the environmental management system tailored to the Nature Reserve.
• Conduct environmental reviews for land-use permits and development applications to ensure alignment with nature conservation goals.
• Implement and manage the health and safety system to safeguard staff, rangers, contractors, and all operations.
• Collaborate closely with the compliance team to integrate their activities into centralized systems effectively.
Together, these responsibilities will form a comprehensive Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) framework, uniquely designed to address the challenges of managing a Nature Reserve that spans both terrestrial and marine environments. This role is essential to the successful activation and long-term management of the client’s Nature Reserve.
Key Activities
Environmental Management and Health & Safety
- Develop and refine the environmental management system for the Nature Reserve, ensuring it meets the unique requirements of terrestrial and marine environments.
- Conduct thorough environmental reviews of land-use permits and development applications, ensuring alignment with conservation priorities.
- Implement and oversee a health and safety system that safeguards staff, rangers, contractors, and all operational activities.
- Collaborate with the compliance team to ensure their activities are effectively integrated into centralized systems, fostering streamlined operations.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with environmental and health and safety regulations, promoting a culture of stewardship and responsibility.
- Perform regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for activities across the reserve.
- Provide training and capacity-building opportunities (e.g. training schedule) for staff, rangers, and contractors to ensure compliance and foster a strong safety culture.
- Conduct audits of the HSSE system to ensure it remains effective, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Respond to incidents by investigating root causes and implementing preventative measures.
Environmental Permitting and Assessments
- Support and lead environmental impact assessments for Nature Reserve projects, such as trails, campsites, and conservation infrastructure.
- Evaluate and manage permit applications for commercial and research activities, ensuring compliance with conservation and operational standards.
- Review research proposals to ensure alignment with the Nature Reserve's goals and priorities.
- Liaise with operational teams to implement best practices in sustainable tourism, visitor management, and resource use.
- Coordinate with relevant authorities to acquire required permits, including MOMRAH and municipal approvals.
- Track and manage the Land Use Permit (LUP) process, engaging with stakeholders and maintaining accurate records.
