Martha Mmakgaga Mokonyane
Witbank
Summary
Environmental management professional with a comprehensive background in sustainability and regulatory compliance. Proven leadership abilities and a track record of implementing effective environmental strategies. Recognized for adaptability and strong collaborative skills, consistently delivering results in fast-paced environments. Prepared for a role involving developing and executing sustainability initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing resource utilization. Expertise in environmental impact assessments, managing environmental programs, and overseeing projects with a focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Manager
Mbuyelo Group (Pty)Ltd
01.2015 - 04.2025
- Lead a Team of Environmental professionals responsible for the implementation of environmental management programs, monitoring and compliance auditing at various mining operations.
- Provide Technical support during environmental audits inspections
- Orchestrated successful acquisition of Environmental Authorizations mines operated by the company.
- Spearheaded the design and execution of environmental monitoring programs (water, air quality monitoring)
- Influenced companywide policy adaptations
- Supported the development of ESG/Sustainability policy and Strategy
- Facilitated workshops on the implementation of the company sustainability policy and strategy
- Coordinated the development of Sustainability KPIs
- Achieved 80% compliance in environmental reporting obligations, enhancing company's regulatory adherence reputation
- Developed and implemented environmental management systems to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led sustainability initiatives, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility across the organization.
- Conducted environmental impact assessments, identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainable practices into business operations.
Deputy Director Environmental Management
Department of Mineral Resources
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Mentoring and Supervision of Team of Environmental Officers
- Evaluation of Environmental Management Programmes and Plans (EMP`s), EIAs, Scoping reports for proposed mines and prospecting projects to ensure alignment with the requirements of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, Act 28 of 2002 and Regulations.
- Handle and address request, enquiries, and complaints related to mining and prospecting projects.
- Conduct site inspections to monitor compliance with environmental provisions of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, Act 28 of 2002 and compile inspection reports.
- Manage mining related applications databases.
- Liaise with other state departments and interested and affected parties on environmental issues.
- Perform Ad Hoc duties (Acting Regional Manager duties) which included Management of staff, and administration of applications. Review of Ministerial recommendations relating to prospecting, mining rights and mining applications. Review of recommendations on amendments of prospecting, mining rights and mining permit applications.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance mineral resource management and sustainability practices.
- Oversaw regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to environmental standards and policies.
- Directed multi-disciplinary teams in the development of mineral exploration projects, optimizing workflow processes.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement to promote collaboration between government Departments and industry partners.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement to promote collaboration between government Departments and industry partners.
Assistant Director Environmental Management
Department of Mineral Resources
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Supervision of tasks performed by Environmental Officers
- Review of EIAs and EMPs for Mining and Prospecting rights application
- Review of Audit Reports compiled for operational mines and prospecting projects
- Compile Record of Decisions for prospecting and mining applications/projects
- Review of renewal and amendment applications relating to mining and prospecting projects
- Review of closure liability reports and financial provisions for operational mines and prospecting projects
Environmental Officer
Department of Minerals and Energy
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Review of EIAs and EMPs for Mining and Prospecting rights application
- Review of Audit Reports compiled for operational mines and prospecting projects
- Compile Record of Decisions for prospecting and mining applications/projects
- Review of renewal and amendment applications relating to mining and prospecting projects
- Review of closure liability reports and financial provisions for operational mines and prospecting projects
- Conduct environmental compliance inspections
Environmental Consultant
Enviro-Afrik (Pty)Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Participate in site inspections for Environmental Impact Assessment for new infrastructure projects.
- Participated in compilation of Strategic Environmental Assessment (initiated by Department of Environmental Affairs).
- Review of the Moqhaka local Municipality Integrated Development Plan.
Education
B-Tech Degree - Environmental Management
Tshwane University of Pretoria
01.2004
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Regulatory permitting expertise
- Analysis of air quality data
- Water quality evaluation
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Environmental compliance auditing
- Impact assessment expertise
- Effective team collaboration
- Sustainable strategy development
- Proficient in organization techniques
- Project coordination
References
References available on request.
Hobbies and Interests
Reading books and Travelling
Timeline
Environmental Manager
Mbuyelo Group (Pty)Ltd
01.2015 - 04.2025
Deputy Director Environmental Management
Department of Mineral Resources
01.2007 - 01.2014
Assistant Director Environmental Management
Department of Mineral Resources
01.2006 - 01.2007
Environmental Officer
Department of Minerals and Energy
01.2003 - 01.2006
Environmental Consultant
Enviro-Afrik (Pty)Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2003
B-Tech Degree - Environmental Management
Tshwane University of Pretoria
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