Centurion, A WEST AVENUE, South Africa
23 days ago
Junior Environmental Scientist

Company Description

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Job Description

The Junior Environmental Scientist contributes to the development of technical proposals. Develops assigned sections of EIA/ESIA studies, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and Environmental project models as per specific discipline requirement and exports draft and final environmental reports under the supervision of an experienced Engineer/Environmental Scientist/ Environmental Manager.

Technical Excellence:

Contributes to the development of technical proposals.Develops assigned sections of EIA/ESIA studies, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and Environmental project models as per specific discipline requirement and exports draft and final environmental reports under the supervision of an experienced Engineer/Environmental Scientist/ Environmental Manager.Assists with the design/report content by applying both design and technical and legislative knowledge to ensure high-quality outputs under project timelines.Under Supervision, performs work following the agreed-upon budget and schedule.When required, collects, analyses and integrates information from specific discipline and interdisciplinary project data sets Uses computer software as a tool for solving fundamental engineering/ environmental problems and report writing.Coordinates with other discipline Engineers/ Scientists as applicable for the continuity of the Environmental study process.Participates in study evaluation progress and coordination meetings.Checks and ensures the quality of the model, survey and study teams for accuracy to reporting requirements.Actively seeks information, opportunities to participate and contribute, and develops efficiencies and effectiveness.Contributes by solving problems and applying experience or theoretical knowledge to atypical assignments.

Client Relationship Management:
Begins to participate in client meetings to discuss project requirements, explain/defend work, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Science/Arts or Engineering from an accredited University.Registered or qualify to register as candidate Scientist with SACNASP and EAP with EAPASA.3+ years relevant experience

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

 

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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