Reference No. DSS01 – CM

Reference: DSS01 – CM

Job Description:

A client of ours that operates in the mining industry is seeking an experienced Environmental, Social and Governance Advisor to become part of a vibrant team. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work with a wide range of clients—from startups to established, listed companies, helping them embed sustainable practices and drive ESG performance. The role includes occasional travel to project sites, offering meaningful, hands-on engagement and impact.

Responsibilities:  

• Comprehensive understanding of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory permitting processes
• Extensive expertise in environmental closure planning, rehabilitation strategies, and cost estimation
• In-depth knowledge of evolving ESG trends influencing investment decisions, including climate risk management, decarbonization, biodiversity conservation, tailings management, health and safety, sustainability, ESG governance, and reporting frameworks
• Strong communication and leadership abilities with a proven track record of influencing stakeholders and driving transformative changes
• Demonstrated capability in the development, review, and implementation of ESG strategies, compliance frameworks, and reporting for complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Flexibility and readiness to travel to mining sites and project locations, both domestically and internationally
• Self-driven with a deep enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional growth
• Advanced proficiency in drafting, editing, and delivering high-quality technical reports
• Proven ability to compile and contribute to SAMREC/SAMESG or equivalent code-compliant documentation

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Science
• Professional registration with a recognized South African regulatory body, such as SACNASP, EAPASA or ESG-related certification
• 5 to 10 years of post-qualification experience in ESG advisory, sustainability, or environmental management, within mining
• Experience at a senior level in either an operational or consulting capacity
• Strong expertise in ESG frameworks and standards, including GRI, SASB, TCFD, IFC, and Equator Principles, along with a thorough understanding NEMA and MPRDA

Benefits and Contractual information

• Market related salary
• Permanent Position

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Duncan Spitzer

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining                                       

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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