Environmental and Social Advisor (E&S)

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for an Environmental and Social Advisor in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision Improving our future. The Environmental and Social Advisor will help to ensure that Scatec projects deliver on their commitments and obligations in relation to environmental and social aspects. As our E&S Compliance Coordinator, you will lead all E&S work streams for a number of solar and wind projects in different southern African regions, in compliance with IFC Performance Standards, other lender requirements, local law and regulations and Scatec policies.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure and quality assure the development of project-specific, feasible and IFC Performance Standards compliant ESIAs, ESMPs and ESMS.
• Scope and manage E&S technical requirements in selection of environmental service contractors as per local environmental requirements and supervise compliance of contractors and subcontractors.
• Manage workstreams within the overall Project timeline, budget and risk framework, in close coordination of the other functions involved in the development and construction of the Project.
• Liaise with HSSE teams of SSO and subcontractors and support and train on environmental management.
• Actively participate in regional sustainability network and provide expert opinion on E&S issues across the Companys global project portfolio.
• Coordinate Sustainability efforts between projects and ensure annual planning as well relevant monitoring and reporting for internal reports.
• Participate in team meetings as required.
• Provide relevant environmental and social information for internal reports.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Relevant tertiary qualification/ University degree within economics, accounting, business or environmental/climate science
• Minimum 2 years experience in an environmental and social environment position
• Preferable knowledge from the renewable energy industry
• Environmental and Social Governance: Plan and advise local teams on Infrastructure projects
• Sustainability reporting: Contribute to annual Sustainability report
• Corporate and Local Sustainability Projects: Propose and manage implementation of UN SDG and local legislation
• Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS): Contribute, update, and execute the ESMS system platform
• Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards: Ensure compliance with ESIA and ESAP to Equator Principles and IFC Perf Standards
• E&S compliance of contractors and subcontractors: Report to lenders requirements
• ESG reporting requirements: Advise and ensure compliance with requirements and regulations
• Supervise and when required manage the processes of obtaining required environmental licenses and permits as per South African legislation
• Understanding of South African Environmental Legislation: National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), National Environmental Management: Biodiversity (Act 10 of 2004); Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act CARA (Act 43 of 1983), National Water Act, No 36 of 1998

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For this particular role we also expect

• Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative
• Organized and methodical
• Driven, always looking for ways to improve and having high aspirations for own work
• Solution-oriented and strong decision maker
• Excellent management, communication and team working skills
• High social and intercultural competence
• Capable of analysing complex problems
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, coordinate, execute, control and evaluate projects
• Ability to conduct Stakeholder Management Meetings and capable of presenting in front of an audience
• Good negotiation skills
• Ethical and moral integrity

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.