NDIKHOKHELE NOMBILA
Environmental Officer
Cape Town
Summary
Committed Environmental Officer with 5 years of experience in environmental compliance, waste management, energy management, and vendor audits. Holds an Honours in Environmental Science and is progressing toward EAPASA registration. Skilled in site inspections, reporting, and ISO 14001:2015 standards. Successfully ensured compliance during audits and delivered energy-saving initiatives and other environmental projects across industrial and marine operations. Dedicated to driving sustainable environmental practices and solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Officer
Sea Harvest Corporation
02.2022 - Current
- Implement and maintain Environmental Management System (EMS) and ensure compliance with ISO 14001 standards
- Ensure all applicable laws and regulations related to the environment are adhered to
- Attend weekly environmental and safety meetings with the aim of addressing the environmental issues
- Ensure and enforce compliance to Regulatory requirements, and all license conditions
- Undertake external and internal audits and report to the management
- Assist with developing and implementing operating policies, procedures and management plans
- Conduct regular site inspections (walkabout) and record any environmental issues
- Identify environmental risks, investigate and report environmental incidents and make recommendations for corrective actions
- Investigate complaints about potential environmental violations and conduct follow up audits
- Oversee site_specific waste management plans, manage water usage, stormwater control, air quality, dust control and noise levels
- Facilitate training sessions, toolbox talks and awareness programs to promote environmental responsibility
- Compile, implement and monitor environmental risk assessment on site
- Monitor and support greener projects for the sustainability initiatives
- Facilitate and investigate all incidents and investigations within in with 16.2 and NEMA requirements
- Manage the Safety and Environmental Risk and Impact assessment program
- Maintain records of environmental data and update monitoring data into databases
- Manage, review, audit and approve subcontractor SHE files before working on site
- Reason for leaving: Present
Environmental Management Intern
Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Administer the Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act 2002, No 28 of 2002 National Environmental Management Act, Act 107 of 1998, EIA regulations, National Environmental Waste act, 59 of 2008, National Water Act , 36 of 1998 and other applicable legislations to ensure the consideration of mining permits, prospecting and mining rights
- Assess and evaluate Basic Assessment Reports, Scoping Reports, Environmental Impact Assessment Reports, Environmental Management Programmes/Plans and Performance Assessment Reports
- Conduct site audits to ensure compliance with the environmental legislation, the approved Environmental Management Programmes/Plans and environmental authorization
- Conduct site inspections prior to the issuing of environment authorization
- Enforce legislation regarding mine rehabilitation by facilitating mine closure process
- Processing mine closure plans and oversee closure of mine
- Draft submissions and recommendations for EIA decisions, Provide comments on EIA's, and environmental programs report submitted to the department
- Assessing mines financial liability and ensuring compliance to the Financial Provision Regulations
- Co-ordinate and liaise with national, provisional and local government structures for efficient governance regarding new mining permit/right applications and closure applications
- Reduce state environmental liability and financial risk and identify environmental liabilities for operations and ensure of adequate financial provision
- Investigate and resolve mine related issues, queries and complaints between the mining industry and the public or state organs
- Consult with relevant State Departments and assist clients through PAJA
- Conduct presentation for applicants, EAP's and general public
- Reason for leaving: New opportunity
Environmental Operator
Department of Public Works
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Inspect and maintain waste treatment equipment and systems to ensure proper functionality
- Ensure the plant meet all environmental regulations and standards set by authorities
- Report and manage environmental incidents
- Enforce and adhere to safety protocol to prevent hazard and environmental contamination
- Clean and maintain equipment tanks, filters beds, and other work areas
- Take water samples and collect for laboratory
- Implementing and enforcing the Environment Management Plan of the plant
- Reason for leaving: Fixed contract
Environmental Educator
Talent Emporium Academy
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Giving talks in community group on environmental topic such as waste management, conservation, pollution prevention, and climate change
- Researching and developing educational resources to support the program
- Organize hands-on activities and site visit to showcase real world example of environmental initiatives
- Compile and submit the report after the completion of each training
- Conducting assessments of formative assessment tasks-mark and provide feedback for the activities
- Administer and facilitate the completing of course evaluation forms by community members
- Reason for leaving: Fixed contract
Education
BSc (Hons) - Environmental Management
University of South Africa
01-2025
BTech - Environmental Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01-2017
ND - Environmental Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01-2016
Grade 12 -
Sophumelela Secondary School
01-2012
Skills
- Proven knowledge of EIA regulations and NEMA compliance
- Experienced in implementing ISO 14001:2015 systems
- Skilled in environmental reporting and documentation
- Strong project planning and coordination abilities
- Analytical problem-solving and conducting risk assessment
- Clear and confident verbal and written communication
- Collaborative team player with stakeholder engagement experience
- High proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)
- Well-organized with strong time and task management
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: South Africa
- Date of Birth: 05/09/92
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code C1
- Language: Xhosa & English
Projects
Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE)
Position: Environmental Officer / Assessor
Location: Eastern Cape
Period: April 2021 - February 2022
Key Projects:
1. Sand Mining – Mahlangulu 79, Qumbu District
- Reviewed EIA reports for compliance with NEMA (1998) and EIA Regulations (2014).
- Assessed environmental impacts and proposed mitigation plans.
- Reviewed Environmental Management Programme (EMPr).
- Conducted site inspections and risk assessments.
- Provided recommendations for issuing Environmental Authorisation.
2. Sand Mining – Farm 391, Portion of Farm 179 & Portion of Farm 470, Tsolo District
- Evaluated complete EIA submissions including specialist studies and public participation.
- Conducted compliance checks with legal and environmental requirements.
- Participated in review process and contributed to decision-making.
- Engaged with stakeholders to ensure concerns were addressed.
3. Stone Mining – Zitatele, AA 11, District of Umtata
- Compiled and assessed Performance Assessment Report for an active mining right.
- Monitored compliance with approved EMPr and authorisation conditions.
- Conducted field visits to evaluate site performance.
- Recommended improvements or continuation of mining rights.
Additional Information
Samkele Siwayi -
Sea Harvest Corporation Health and Safety Coordinator
SamkeloS@seaharvest.co.za 021 419 4140 or 063 371 1766
Sinethemba Mtolo -
Department of Minerals Resources and Energy Assistant Director
Mtolo@dmre.gov.za 021 403 6644 or 073 616 1486
Veronica Mukasa -
Department of Environmental Affairs Planning and Development Assistant Director
Veronica. Mukasa@westerncape.gov.za 021 483 5012 or 074 186 8565
Timeline
Environmental Officer
Sea Harvest Corporation
02.2022 - Current
Environmental Management Intern
Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
11.2020 - 03.2021
Environmental Operator
Department of Public Works
02.2018 - 08.2018
Environmental Educator
Talent Emporium Academy
02.2018 - 08.2018
BSc (Hons) - Environmental Management
University of South Africa
BTech - Environmental Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
ND - Environmental Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Grade 12 -
Sophumelela Secondary School
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