Environmental Technician (Hay level 13/C2) Internal and External

Job Purpose

To coordinate, compile, control, and maintain all environmental management system documentation required for ISO 14001:2015 certification within Reactor Operations. This role ensures that all processes, records, and evidence are properly documented, controlled, and audit-ready, while supporting compliance with environmental legislation and Necsa SHEQ-INS requirements.

Key Performance Areas

Job Requirements

1. ISO 14001 DOCUMENTATION & SYSTEM CONTROL

• Develop, compile, review, and maintain ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System (EMS) documentation (policies, procedures, work instructions, registers, and records).
• Ensure document control compliance (version control, approvals, distribution, and archiving).
• Maintain a centralized and audit-ready document repository for Reactor Operations.
• Align all Reactor Operations documentation with ISO 14001 clauses and certification requirements.
• Track and ensure closure of documentation gaps identified during internal and external audits.
• Support the preparation and coordination of ISO certification and surveillance audits.
• Compile management review documentation, including inputs, outputs, and supporting evidence.

Ensure all environmental records are complete, traceable, and readily accessible for audits

2. AUDIT PREPARATION & COMPLIANCE EVIDENCE MANAGEMENT

• Compile audit packs and supporting evidence for ISO 14001 internal and external audits.
• Coordinate internal audits by preparing checklists, schedules, and required documentation.
• Maintain registers for legal compliance, permits, aspects and impacts, risks, and objectives.
• Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are current, recorded, and accessible.
• Track audit findings, non-conformances, and corrective actions to closure.
• Liaise with process owners to ensure required records and evidence are maintained.
• Ensure readiness for certification audits through continuous document and record verification

3.. ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE REPORTING & RECORD KEEPING

• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual environmental reports aligned with ISO 14001 requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of environmental monitoring (air emissions, groundwater, waste, etc.).
• Ensure all monitoring data is recorded, verified, and linked to compliance requirements.
• Support data analysis and ensure traceability of reported environmental performance.
• Maintain registers and logs required for compliance and audit purposes.

.4. NON-CONFORMANCE & CORRECTIVE ACTION DOCUMENTATION

• Record, track, and manage environmental non-conformances, incidents, PARs, and CARs.
• Compile investigation reports, root cause analyses, and corrective action documentation.
• Ensure all actions are documented, implemented, and closed out within required timelines.
• Maintain a complete and auditable trail of all incidents and corrective actions.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE & SYSTEM SUPPORT

• Monitor changes in environmental legislation and update documentation accordingly.
• Ensure permits, licenses, and compliance obligations are documented and tracked.
• Support environmental risk assessments and maintain risk registers.
• Assist in developing environmental procedures aligned with ISO 14001.
• Provide support during inspections, audits, and regulatory engagements

Key Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 requirements and clauses
• Document control and records management systems
• Environmental legislation and compliance requirements
• Audit preparation and evidence compilation
• Report writing and data management
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint or similar systems)

Technical and Behavioral Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and document management skills
• Analytical thinking
• Proactive and deadline-driven
• Effective communication and coordination
• Ability to work systematically and maintain audit readiness

Minimum Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Environmental Management / Environmental Science / Environmental Health
• ISO 14001:2015 Auditor certificate (required)
• ISO 9001 knowledge or certification (advantageous)

Minimum Experience

• Approximately 3 - 5 years relevant experience in a nuclear or manufacturing environment with experience in developing and continuous compliance to ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management systems.
• Minimum 4 years ISO 14001:2015 audit experience or exposure.

Closing date: 10 July 2026

CONTACT PERSON

Ms. Brenda Berries

Tel: 012 305 3099

Building: H Building

Room: 318

Please apply online https://necsa.mcidirecthire.com/External/CurrentOpportunities before the closing date

Important: Necsa Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act. In filling this position, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity objectives.

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