Environmental Officer Control Grade A: Development Planning Intelligent Management (3-year contract), Ref No. EADP 24/2026

Job Purpose

The purpose of the position of a Scientist is primarily to perform scientific research and monitoring, advisory and liaison functions, while rendering a professional scientific decision support service to Environmental Law Enforcement functions and operation.

Tracking Number

Enquiries

Remuneration

R 636 798 per annum (OSD as prescribed plus 37% in lieu benefits). 

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Contribute to the development of systems (including information management systems), decision-making processes, policies and protocols to promote and maintain healthy natural ecosystems, habitats and landscapes (including the urban landscape) and a sustainable environment in the Western Cape Province; Perform scientific advisory, regulatory and liaison functions as well as compiling or reports and correspondence relating to biodiversity; Initiate/participate in internal and external capacity building exercises and provide accurate reporting of statistical information; Conduct inspections and investigations into complaints and referrals of non-compliance with environmental legislation and to ensure that biodiversity priorities are integrated and adequately addressed in all enforcement actions within the Western Cape.

An appropriate 4-year Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Natural or Environmental Science or a related field with Botany as a major subject.; A minimum of 6 years’ relevant post-qualification experience; A valid driving Licence (Code B or higher).

Knowledge in the following: Implement environmental legislation; interpret the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and the Constitution of the Western Cape in relation to environmental management; apply the principles of environmental management; implement policies and procedures of the Directorate and Department; maintain professional registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP); undertake specialised botanical training and courses in Fynbos; apply botanical knowledge and practices in environmental management, with specific reference to the Western Cape Province; interpret and apply relevant environmental laws in South Africa; conduct awareness-raising activities relating to botanical practices; conduct research and compile technical reports; apply basic to advanced knowledge of terrestrial and/or freshwater aquatic plants and animals, their functioning and interactions with one another and the biological environment within the Western Cape Province.