LINAH THOBEKILE NYATHI
Professional Natural Scientist
Rustenburg
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Environmental and Safety Management Professional with over 12 years’ experience in regulatory compliance, environmental enforcement, safety leadership, and fleet operations. Proven success in both public and private sectors, including nearly 4 years in fleet and SHEQ supervision within a leading FMCG company. Adept at driving regulatory compliance (NEMA, SEMAs, OHSACT, ISO 14001), conducting audits, managing environmental incidents, and leading sustainability initiatives. Registered Professional Scientist (SACNASP) with a strong foundation in environmental science and operational risk management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Fleet & Safety Supervisor
South African Breweries (AB InBev)
09.2021 - Current
- Led facility safety compliance and legal adherence (OHSACT, fleet regulations)
- Conducted incident investigations and managed IOD reporting
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments across operations
- Managed contractor SHEQ files and conducted site inductions
- Oversaw fleet maintenance, licensing, and fuel usage optimization
- Reported on safety KPIs and coordinated audit readiness for DPO assessments
- Drove green logistics initiatives: energy, fuel, and water reduction
Compliance Monitoring Officer
SANBI
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Monitored compliance with EAs and EMPrs, and issued enforcement notices
- Supported criminal prosecutions for non-compliance under NEMA
- Implemented biodiversity mainstreaming into environmental processes
- Developed compliance registers and biodiversity offset implementation tools
- Led training and capacity-building programs for provincial departments
Acting Control Environmental Officer
DETEA
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Managed pollution and waste activities for the Umzinyathi District
- Monitored performance, assets, and budget of the environmental unit
- Mentored junior staff and compiled quarterly reports
Environmental Officer (Various Roles)
DETEA
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Reviewed EIAs, issued waste licenses, and enforced compliance
- Conducted water quality assessments and participated in mine closure projects
- Performed proactive and reactive environmental compliance inspections
- Developed internal standards and participated in air quality initiatives
- Provided technical advice for local government Integrated Environmental Management tools (IWMPs, AQMPs, SEA, IDPs and specific sector plans)
Education
MSc - Environmental Sciences
University of the Witwatersrand
BSc Hons - Environmental Management
University of South Africa
BSc - Environmental Sciences
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Skills
- Environmental Compliance & Enforcement (NEMA, NWA, SEMAs)
- OHSACT & Road Traffic Safety Legislation
- ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 (SHEQ Auditing & Implementation)
- Fleet Safety & Risk Management
- Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA, EMPrs)
- Incident Investigation & Injury on Duty Facilitation
- Biodiversity & Water Resource Management
- Safety Inductions, Legal Appointments & Coaching
- Report Writing & Stakeholder Engagement
Certification
SACNASP – Professional Natural Scientist (Reg. 118290)
References
Available upon request.
Additional Information
Volunteer Work:
Built Environment Professionals Forum – Nqutu Local Municipality
• Provide technical advice on IDPs and infrastructure planning
• Mobilize local professionals for municipal development initiatives
Timeline
Fleet & Safety Supervisor
South African Breweries (AB InBev)
09.2021 - Current
Compliance Monitoring Officer
SANBI
06.2017 - 08.2021
Acting Control Environmental Officer
DETEA
04.2016 - 05.2017
Environmental Officer (Various Roles)
DETEA
01.2013 - 03.2016
BSc Hons - Environmental Management
University of South Africa
BSc - Environmental Sciences
University of KwaZulu-Natal
MSc - Environmental Sciences
University of the Witwatersrand
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