Landfill Engineer at Stratogo October, 2024

Purpose of the Role:

• Management of the operations of the Class A KwaDukuza Landfill site and other landfill sites the company operates on.
• The Landfill Engineer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations at the Class A KwaDukuza Landfill and other landfill sites that the company performs duties on.
• As a Landfill engineer, the candidate will be responsible for all phases of landfill work – from design, permitting, maintenance, budgeting, forecasting, business planning, phasing, operational reports, Health & Safety & Environment management of staff, management of yellow plant machinery and management of community complaints.
• The Landfill Engineer will ensure that all work performed is in accordance with all National & Provincial legislation.

Location: Dolphin Coast
Qualifications:

• B-Tech/BSC Civil/Rural Engineering qualification
• 3-5 year’s experience in: Earthworks, Waste/Landfill Management
• Experience in managing plant and equipment specifically “yellow machines”
• Excellent knowledge of design and visualizations software such as AutoCAD is essential
• A knowledge of the field of geosynthetics would be an advantage
• Must be able to communicate in isiZulu
• Good reporting and presentation skills
• An innovation mind-set and solutions driven approach
• Ability to analyse and interpret data for modelling purposes
• Knowledge of waste legislation would be an added advantage
• Prepared to work additional hours as and when required

Role & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day to day operations of the acceptance, treatment & disposal of Hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Monthly reporting on progress with cell development, filling plans, storm water management
• Oversight and reporting on specific projects at the landfill.
• Work in close collaboration with internal Logistics and external transporters when planning disposal.
• Assisting with the development, promotion and implementation of new waste disposal schemes
• Handling and disposal of waste
• Collating statistics and compiling reports
• Dealing with enquiries and complaints from members of the public
• Investigating and following up claims of illegal dumping
• Consulting with residents, community groups, councillors, housing associations and traders’associations about waste management issues and identifying their requirements and providing appropriate solutions.
• Evaluate respective data, prepare proposals and reports, and take part in other environmental consulting projects.
• Provide engineering analyses and calculation
• Ensure the monthly survey of the site is conducted  timeously.
• Organize designs and details to produce a completed set of drawings
• Investigate and procure data required to develop a design
• Utilize various engineering related computer software
• Compile project specifications
• Complete construction cost estimates
• Provide engineering support activities required during construction
• Manages landfill construction projects from overseeing the preparation of construction plans to final approval. Tasks will include managing consultants, contractors and budgets, preparation of bid documents, bid letting, contract administration, coordinating contractors, construction quality assurance firms, and materials order and delivery.
• Actively manages and tracks capital budgets for engineering and construction projects and report to local management and corporate using Company procedures.
• Coordinates landfill capacity tracking to help manage this key asset. This will include developing projections; as well as working with senior management to develop efficient fill sequencing plans and schedules for cell construction and closure timing
• Provides continuous evaluation of sites for adherence to construction and permit documents and for site expansion potential through regular site visits. Be proactive in pursuing and obtaining required or beneficial permits and/or permit modifications.
• Collaborates with other professionals and subject matter experts to provide innovative, cost effective engineering solutions to identified or potential operational, environmental, and compliance issues at landfills, transfer stations, hauling operations and other businesses in your area and potentially across the Company.
• Provide technical expertise and direction to management and other functional areas such as finance, legal and safety to present a clear path to resolution.
• Participates in review of acquisitions and coordination and evaluation of divestitures, including proforma modelling assistance and interaction with corporate and executive management during due diligence.
• Assists in training and provides mentorship and supervision of technical staff assigned to your team.
• Participate in regular budget review to ensure that budgets are achieved, ensure and develop optimization and efficiency programs for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labour and material costs.
• Ensure that KPI’s are developed and assessed on a regular basis
• Scheduling material and equipment purchases and deliveries
• Ensure projects run smoothly and structures are completed within budget and on time.
• Provide advice and resolve any emerging problems/deficiencies
• Supervise/Manage contractor, subcontractor and staff and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders

Quality Health & Safety:

• Ensure health and safety legislation and contractual obligations pertaining to health & safety are adhered to.
• Overall responsible for the Health & Safety of the landfill team, responsible for Health & Safety statistics, LTI, MTI and ensures the team follows all legislation and rules pertaining to the site.
• Responsible for creating and modelling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices.
• Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
• Ensure that toolbox talks are maintained and risk assessments are regularly updated.
• Conduct Root Cause investigations for all injuries and incidents that occur on site, ensuring discipline and preventative measures are adhered to.

Other

• Attend all training and safety inductions pertaining to this position.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, consultants and contractors on technical aspects
• Interacts with partners and other companies in the group
• Produce presentations and/or represent the company at trade fairs and seminars
• Perform any other duties required by your designated Manager

Critical Outcomes:

• Perform all duties as per latest ISO 14001, 45001 Quality Standard Requirements.
• Function as part of a team.
• Ensure total confidentiality of all information, internal and external, pertaining to the business of the Company, all its employees and management.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Maintain discipline in the organisation
• Actively promote a positive working environment and a sense of belonging among all staff.
• Participate fully in all training interventions made available and promote a culture of training and development within the company.
• Become familiar with, comply with and promote all company policies, procedures and administrative processes.
• Utilise your work time gainfully and productively to meet the company’s objectives.
• Promote a positive and professional company image at all times

Deadline:

2024-11-03