Experienced Environmental Professional + HSE Certified + Freelance Translator
Last Updated: 6th February 2018 (over 4 years ago)
Summary
I have ensured environmental and social permitting of two of the mines I worked for, reviewed studies for permitting as part of their expansion activities.
Provided Sustainable reporting as part of company GRI commitments.
Identified and trained 5 labourers to Environmental Supervisor and Officer level
Provided technical and engineering support on environmental related issues, waste, water, air and systems management to ensure compliance and continual improvement.
Freelance - French-English Translation
Education
Certificate in SAMTRAC
Feb 2016
— Mar 2016
Certificate in Handling, Storage and Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Substances
Apr 2014
— Apr 2014
Certificate in Environmental Risk Assessment and Management based on ISO 31000
Jul 2013
— Jul 2013
Identification, evaluation, treatment/control of Risks
Certificate in Implementing Environmental management Systems (ISO 14001:2004)
Apr 2007
— Apr 2007
BSc Honors Applied Science: Specialisation in Environmental Technology
Feb 2007
— Jun 2009
Air Management
Water Quality Management
Environmental Management
BSc Civil Engineering
Feb 1994
— Nov 1998
Strength of Materiel
Structural Analysis
Environmental Engineering
Engineering Management
Hydraulics
Experience
Independent Contractor
Jan 2016
— Dec 2017
Astutech Solutions (Pty) (South Africa)
• Provision of Integrated Water Management solutions for Non-Revenue Water to Municipalities
• Enhancement of existing water distribution network leak detection technologies through remote sensing solution from Utilis to ensure provison of:
- Non-contaminated water (Through ingress in leaks)
- Suitable quantity and quality of water to users
WSP/Parsons Brinckerhoff Africa (South Africa)
• Environmental and Social Due Diligence Report
• Environmental Compliance Audit Report
Axnosis (Pty) Ltd (South Africa)
• HSE Software translation and review
• HSE Training for potentiel French speaking market
Freelance Translation Work
Environmental Superintendent
Mar 2013
— Sep 2015
• Environmental program and environmental department oversight & management
• Environmental management system performance reporting
• DRC regulatory authorities liaison & reporting
• Supplies HSE implementation program compliance support
• GRI Reporting
Environmental Coordinator
Aug 2008
— Feb 2013
• Created and implemented water monitoring and waste management plans and programs
• Managed and coordinated site rehabilitation program
• Developed environmental management program (EMP) and managed environmental aspects of program
• Produced and maintained EMS documentation
• Assessed Environmental program monthly through EMP reporting.
• Reported to environmental management representative on environmental issues of strategic importance
• Reported and rectified repeated non-conformance with environmental management programmes or environmental performance standards
• Incorporated legal and policy requirements in the setting of targets and objectives in EMP’s
• Communicated any new environmental legislation carrying implications for the business
• Created budgets for the Environmental Department on an annual basis
• Offered environmental guidance to all departments and ensured environmental best practice in all areas
• Guaranteed that EIA’s were conducted in accordance with laid down practices and principles
• Ensured ongoing environmental awareness through various forms of media
• Provided the interface between the company and local DRC authorities to ensure compliance of project activities with existing environmental legislations
• Updated, coordinated and implemented monitoring activities
• Utilized the vetiver system for reclamation and rehabilitation work
• Conducted extensive trials in copper/cobalt rich soil and steep slope stabilization
Environmental Coordinator
Mar 2006
— Jul 2008
• Coordinated monitoring and baseline data collection for ESIA
• Ensured project activities in line with DRC legislation requirements
• Identified environmental risks and put in place preventive measures at exploration stage
• Informed management on all environmental incidents in accordance with DRC legislations
• Managed environmental awareness training
• Managed the malaria vector control program on site and in the community
• Participated in the implementation of safety measures
• Participated in the feasibility study of the treatment of Okimo’s tailings
• Compiled the EIA and EMP for the project
• Coordinated activities on site with consultant (ISOS) in charge of health and safety issues