Environmental Officer – Waste Management

Job description

Vacancy Advertisement: Environmental Officer – Waste Management

Company: Lumwana Mining Company
Location: Kalumbila, North West Province, Zambia

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed individual for the position of Environmental Officer – Waste Management to join the Environmental team.

Barrick DNA
– Communicating honestly, transparently, and acting with integrity.
– Exhibiting a results-driven approach.
– Delivering solutions that are fit for purpose.
– Dedicating themselves to building a sustainable legacy.
– Taking responsibility and being accountable.
– Committing to zero harm.
– Cultivating strong and meaningful partnerships.

Role Summary
Reporting to the Senior Environmental Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of effective waste management practices across the site and supporting regulatory compliance, best environmental practices, and alignment with Lumwana Mining Company’s Environmental Management System, ISO 14001 standards, and Barrick corporate waste management policies.

Key Duties
– Coordinate and oversee solid, hazardous, and medical waste management systems and operations on site.
– Develop, implement, and maintain the Waste Management Plan incorporating best practices and legal compliance.
– Ensure segregation, collection, transportation, storage, and disposal of waste according to applicable Zambian regulations and Barrick Environmental Standards.
– Supervise contractors responsible for waste collection, treatment, and disposal to ensure quality service delivery and environmental compliance.
– Monitor and report waste generation trends, including quantities, types, and disposal methods.
– Identify and implement waste minimization strategies across departments.
– Maintain proper waste tracking systems and ensure timely reporting into EMS and other platforms.
– Coordinate waste audits and inspections and support external regulatory audits when required.
– Develop and review SOPs for all waste management activities.
– Ensure all waste handling activities are performed in line with ISO 14001 EMS standards.
– Raise awareness and conduct training sessions on site-wide waste management practices.
– Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and annual waste management reports.
– Liaise with local authorities, regulators, and community stakeholders on waste-related issues.
– Ensure all waste management personnel and contractors are inducted and trained in relevant safety and environmental procedures.
– Report and investigate waste-related incidents and non-conformances, ensuring root-cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented.
– Ensure waste data is properly captured, validated, and uploaded into required database systems.
– Track and report waste generation trends and key performance indicators for internal use and external reporting.

Requirements
– Full Grade 12 Certificate.
– Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Public Health, or a related discipline.
– Minimum three years post-qualification experience in waste management, preferably within a mining, industrial, or heavy manufacturing environment.
– Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems, waste classification methodologies, and international best practices in industrial and hazardous waste management.
– Proven experience managing and supervising third-party waste management contractors and engaging regulatory authorities on environmental compliance matters.
– Sound understanding of applicable environmental and waste management legislation, including hazardous waste management regulations and compliance requirements.
– Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
– Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting/data management systems.
– High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to environmental stewardship and continuous improvement.

How to Apply
Apply via Barrick careers: https://jobs.barrick.com.