Environmental Control Officer (ECO)

Purpose of Position

Unik Construction Engineering has grown from a small building contractor into a competitive large corporation with 20 years’ steadfast development, Established in 1996 in Botswana, the company has established branches in Lesotho, Zambia, Namibia and South Africa in 2007, 2009 and 2013 respectively. Unik Construction Engineering Namibia (Pty) Ltd, registered in 2013, located at 26 Rensburger Street, Lafrenz, Windhoek, specializes in larger scale projects ranging from road and bridge construction, water and sewer services, residential, commercial, industrial buildings and infrastructure development.
The Environmental Control Officer (ECO) shall be permanently based on site. Any on-site decisions regarding environmental and social management, as well as health and safety, are ultimately the responsibility of the ECO in consultation with NamWater's Environmentalist, Health and Safety Officer and Project Manager. The ECO shall have the following responsibilities in terms of the implementation of the ESMP and NSMPs:

Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance with environmental regulations, Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), National Environmental Management Plans (NSMPs) and Employer requirements on-site.
• Monitor and enforce environmental management practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct site inspections, environmental audits and environmental impact assessments.
• Identify environmental risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Promote environmental awareness and compliance among site staff and contractors.
• Prepare environmental reports and maintain accurate documentation.
• Work closely with the Site Agent and project team to identify and resolve environmental issues.

Minimum Requirements:

• BSc. in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or an equivalent qualification. A higher qualification with a relevant specialisation will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in the construction industry.
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar Environmental Control Officer role.
• Minimum of 5 years' working experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, preferably in Namibia.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance standards.
• Experience in implementing ESMPs and related environmental management frameworks.
• Excellent reporting, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English (mandatory).

We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration packages commensurate with experience.
• A professional working environment with opportunities for advancement.
• The chance to contribute to major infrastructure projects within Namibia and the Southern African region.