Environmental Officer x2 – Zambia Sugar

Job Description

Zambia Sugar Plc. is subsidiary of Illovo Sugar Africa (Pty) Ltd Group and is the leading Sugar producer in Zambia. Its main activities are the growing of sugar cane, the production and marketing of sugar and other sugar downstream products.

The company invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position under Estate Support Services Department.

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER x 2
This position reports to the Environmental Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring that the company’s operations comply with environmental regulations and standards. The role involves monitoring environmental impact, managing waste disposal, and implementing sustainability practices to minimize pollution and resource consumption.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure site operations comply with environmental laws, regulations, and permits related to air, water, waste, and land management
• Co-ordinate the timely preparation of regulatory reports, including ZEMA returns, WARMA returns, NWASCO reports and Local authority waste management reports.
• Co-ordinate and facilitate Environmental Aspect and Impact assessment, and work with operations to develop best mitigation plans
• Identify environmental risks and assess their potential impact on operations, the surrounding community, and local ecosystems
• Develop contingency plans and emergency procedures for managing environmental incidents such as spills, leaks, or environmental hazards
• Lead or participate in emergency drills and ensure the site is prepared for environmental emergencies
• Develop environmental monitoring schedules for air quality, water quality, waste management, noise, pollution, energy consumption to ensure compliance with statutory and corporate requirements
• Maintain comprehensive records of all environmental monitoring activities, audits, and compliance efforts
• Compile and analyse data on environmental performance and provide regular reports to line management
• Conduct regular environmental audits and inspections to ensure adherence to legal and corporate requirements
• Facilitate Environmental incident investigations and coordinate the verification of closeout actions
• Promote the adoption of circular economy principles by finding ways to reuse, recycle, and repurpose waste materials
• Ensure that wastewater treatment facilities operate effectively and efficiently
• Oversee the proper disposal of hazardous materials and management of storage/ disposal facilities, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards
• Identify and promote environmental sustainability programs, including the use of renewable resources, ecosystem and biodiversity restoration initiatives
• Foster a culture of environmental awareness and encourage employees to participate in environmental best practices, sustainability and conservation initiatives
• Conduct training on waste management, emergency environmental response, and the proper handling of hazardous substances
• Develop Environmental capabilities in contractors, through facilitation of induction training/ design material
• Manage SHERQ induction processes, through effective planning, facilitation and co-ordination
• Ensure effective SHE committee meetings are conducted to schedule through setting up the programme, attending meetings and making necessary recommendations
• Promote and adhere to ABF procedures, policies and guidelines including without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Full grade Twelve (12) certificate
• Bachelor’s degree/ Diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Preferably 3+ years’ experience in an operational environment (Factory/Agriculture), working in an Environmental role.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of relevant Environmental legislation and regulatory requirements
• Ability to plan, organise and track activities for self and others; problem solving and analytical skills, administrative ability and attention to detail; sound interpersonal and communication skills to be able to convey information effectively and influence others
• Report writing skills, ability to coach and facilitate learning, skills in MS Office
• Suitably qualified applicants must provide certificates which have been verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Should you be interested in applying for this role, please submit your detailed CV, copies of relevant qualifications, registrations and ID/Passport for the attention of HR Business Partner
Email: careers@zamsugar.zm indicating “Application as Environmental Officer” in the subject line.

Please upload all your documents as one SINGLE PDF or zip file. Ensure your application is complete with all the requirements above. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.

Closing date for applications is 14th March 2025.

Applicants shall be required to complete pre-employment checks (qualification, credit, security, background, and medical assessments) as part of the recruitment process where applicable.

Should you not hear from us within 4 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.