Simon Von Witt
Environmental Consultant
Cape Town
Summary
Knowledgeable results driven Environmental Consultant experienced in assessing conditions, developing plans and coordinating projects to resolve or prevent environmental problems. Detail-oriented and proactive with good interpersonal, communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Environmental Consultant and Owner
TBL Consulting
Cape Town
07.2015 - Current
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Gathered environmental data detailing water, air and soil contaminations.
- Completed permit applications and maintained environmental permits.
- Served as subject matter expert (SME) on environmental regulations and policies.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
Environmental Scientist
BKS Engineering Consultants (Now AECOM)
Cape Town
03.2007 - 05.2015
- Gathered environmental data detailing water, air and soil contaminations.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Completed permit applications and maintained environmental permits.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Served as subject matter expert (SME) on environmental regulations and policies.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
Environmental Services Intern
City of Cape Town
Cape Town
02.2006 - 03.2007
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Education
Masters in Sustainable Development And Planning - Sustainable Development
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch 02.2007 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
University of Cape Town
Cape Town 02.1996 - 12.1999
Skills
Safety and environmental standards
Understanding of environmental impacts
Environmental laws and litigation
Problem analysis and resolution
Budgeting and finance
Environmental Knowledge and Assessment Tool EKAT
Environmental standards planning
Basic chemistry understanding
Timeline
Environmental Consultant and Owner
TBL Consulting
07.2015 - Current
Environmental Scientist
BKS Engineering Consultants (Now AECOM)
03.2007 - 05.2015
Masters in Sustainable Development And Planning - Sustainable Development
Stellenbosch University
02.2007 - 03.2010
Environmental Services Intern
City of Cape Town
02.2006 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
University of Cape Town
02.1996 - 12.1999