6 x Environmental Technician

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the positions of ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN (6 posts) that have arisen within the Environmental Management Agency (EMA) – an equal opportunity employer.

Duration: 8 months
Station: Beitbridge / Chirundu/ Harare
Reporting to: The Border Supervisor

The job incumbent will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, preventing and controlling importation of hazardous substances.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspects hazardous substances at entry and exit points at the border post.
• Monitors packaging of hazardous substances.
• Checks compatibility of hazardous substances.
• Ensures avoidance of spillage and contamination.
• Checks documents of vehicles carrying hazardous substances.
• Assesses fees for licensing purposes.
• Raises invoices for payment of licence fees.
• Maintains database for vehicles transporting hazardous substances.
• Records daily statistics.
• Carries out accident assessments when they occur.
• Attends stakeholder meetings (ZIMRA; security forces).
• Writes periodic and ad-hoc reports.

Qualification, Experience and Competences:

• Diploma in Environmental Management, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining, Biotechnology, or any other equivalent relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
• At least one (1) year experience in the field.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.

Interested candidates should submit applications with detailed CVs and certified copies of certificates not later than 6 May, 2022 to:

The Human Resources Manager
Environmental Management Agency
685/6 Corner Lorraine/Faber Drive, Bluffhill,
Box CY385
Causeway
HARARE

Please note that communication will be made to shortlisted candidates only.