Experience

City of Cape Town

• South Africa
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Air Quality Practitioner

  • Dec 2019 - Present

  Administer the processing of Atmospheric Emission Licensing applications in order to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure protection of the environment and public health Investigate, evaluate and comment on environmental impact assessments,specialist air studies and atmospheric reports and recommend mitigation measures Process applications for fuel burning appliances and open burning applications to enforce compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure environmental protection Investigate and evaluate diverse complaints in order to maintain the objectives of the City of Cape Town Air Quality Management Plan Enforce the National Environmental Management Act: Air Quality Act 39 of 2004 (NEM:AQA) and City of Cape Town Air Quality Management(CCT AQM) Bylaw 2016 as amended Conduct environmental compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEM:AQA, CCT AQM Bylaw) on facilities such as petroleum refineries, power generation plants, ore smelters and many others Monitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with Environmental Authorization and regulations. Compile, develop, modify, plan, validate and maintain atmospheric emissions inventory database Perform various project management tasks in order to implement strategies and programmes in accordance with the IDP and the City of Cape Town Air Quality Management Plan Perform all administrative and related functions Initiate and coordinate community involvement with regards to environmental air pollution matters Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions. Offer friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease. Show less



Self Employed

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Environmental Specialist

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  Cape Town Iron and Steel Works,Kuilsriver - Onsite Environmental Specialist Consultant (06/07/2018- 30/11/2019) Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease. Add environmental perspective to plants’ projects from idea stage until commissioning Involved during investigation of environmental incidents Ensure plants compliance with relevant environmental legislation Monitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with Environmental Authorization and regulations. Act as a link between plants’ and relevant authorities Negotiate with relevant stakeholders (including authorities and other Interested & Affected Parties) during Environmental Authorisation applications Conduct environmental training legal compliance audits as per legislative requirements on request by the plant Follow up audits to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions in order for the non-conformance to be signed off Advise senior management on environmental management matters Successful conversion of Provisional Atmospheric Emission license to Final Atmospheric Emission license (NEM:AQA) at Client Successful establishment and maintenance of CISCO Environmental Stakeholder Forum Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties. Handled > 10 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns. Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting. Developed team communications and information for meetings. Die Balke pub, Worcester Noise Survey in conjunction with DDA Environmental Engineers (February 2019) Show less



Kamal Cisco - Kamal Cape Town Iron and Steel Works (Pty) Ltd

• South Africa
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Environmental Specialist

  • Jan 2018 - Jul 2018

  Add environmental perspective to plants’ projects from idea stage until commissioning. Ensure plants compliance with relevant environmental legislation. Act as a link between plants’ and relevant authorities during EIA processes Negotiate with relevant stakeholders (including authorities and other IAP’s) during permit applications. Act as first respondent on plants’ environmental queries. Conduct environmental training on request by the plant. Conduct legal compliance audits as per legislative requirements. Follow up audits to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions in order for the non-conformance to be signed off. Ensure availability and stock levels of Environmental spillage response trailer to manage large spills in and around the Works. Presentation of plans to relevant departments (including top management) Show less



West Coast District Municipality

• West Coast District Municipal Area

• Manager: Air Quality

  • Feb 2017 - Jan 2018

  Administer the processing of Atmospheric Emission Licensing applications in order to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure protection of the environment and public health Investigate, evaluate and comment on environmental impact assessments,specialist air studies and atmospheric reports and recommend mitigation measures Investigate and evaluate diverse complaints in order to maintain the objectives of the West Coast District Municipality Air Quality Management Plan Enforce the National Environmental Management Act: Air Quality Act 39 of 2004 (NEM:AQA) Monitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with Environmental Authorization and regulations. Compile, develop, modify, plan, validate and maintain atmospheric emissions inventory database Perform various project management tasks in order to implement strategies and programmes in accordance with the IDP and the West Coast District Municipality Air Quality Management Plan Perform all administrative and related functions Initiate and coordinate community involvement with regards to environmental air pollution matters Undertake strategic planning, policy formulation and implementation relevant to Air Quality Management. Manage Human Resources (one direct report) with specific reference to skills development, enforcing the disciplinary code and other human resource related issues Efficiently manage air quality practices by ensuring legal compliance Ensure community participation by managing and planning of outreach programmes and campaigns Manage finances Conduct compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEM: AQA, WCDM AQM Bylaw) on facilities such as petroleum refineries, power generation plants, ore smelters and many others Perform all administrative and related functions Drafting of Atmospheric Emission Licenses, Site inspections and compliance Manage and Chair the West Coast District Municipality Air Quality Working Group. Show less



City of Cape Town

• South Africa
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Regional Air Quality Practitioner

  • May 2016 - Jan 2017

  Administer the processing of Atmospheric Emission Licensing applications in order to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure protection of the environment and public health Investigate, evaluate and comment on environmental impact assessments,specialist air studies and atmospheric reports and recommend mitigation measures Process applications for fuel burning appliances and open burning applications to enforce compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure environmental protection Investigate and evaluate diverse complaints in order to maintain the objectives of the City of Cape Town Air Quality Management Plan Enforce the National Environmental Management Act: Air Quality Act 39 of 2004 (NEM:AQA) and City of Cape Town Air Quality Management(CCT AQM) Bylaw 2016 as amended Monitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with Environmental Authorization and regulations. Conduct environmental compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEM:AQA, CCT AQM Bylaw) on facilities such as petroleum refineries, power generation plants, ore smelters and many others Compile, develop, modify, plan, validate and maintain atmospheric emissions inventory database Perform various project management tasks in order to implement strategies and programmes in accordance with the IDP and the City of Cape Town Air Quality Management Plan Perform all administrative and related functions Initiate and coordinate community involvement with regards to environmental air pollution matters Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions. Offer friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease. Manage Human Resources (three direct reports) Show less



Western Cape Government: Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning

• Cape Town Area, South Africa

• Specialised Environmental Officer

  • Aug 2014 - Apr 2016

  Development and administration of Air Quality Management systems and policies. Provide technical and subject specific comment and advice on technical reports e.g. Air Quality reports, basic assessments, scoping and EIAs, environmental management programmes etc Develop and implementation of environmental management projects Conduct compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEMA and NEM:AQA) on facilities such as petroleum refineries, power generation plants, ore smelters and many others Perform all administrative and related functions Implementing and auditing the ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems Liaison with project proponents, Environmental Practitioners and Environmental Specialists Providing professional environmental comments to local authorities, government departments on the applicability of environmental legislation for proposed development projects Investigation and reporting of environmental incidences e.g. oil spills and atmospheric emissions Show less



On Sabbatical

• Cape Town Area, South Africa

• On Sabbatical

  • Dec 2013 - Jun 2014

  Completed a Personal Development Course (Ministry Training Programme). Completed a Personal Development Course (Ministry Training Programme).



PPC Africa

• South Africa
• Building Materials
• 700 & Above Employee

• Environmental and Sustainability Specialist

  • Aug 2007 - Nov 2013

  Manage and lead the environment and sustainability portfolio Ensure legal compliance to environmental legal and other requirements(ISO14001) Implement and maintain systems for compliance to above requirements Provide assurance of environmental compliance to the General manager and to Group Environment and Sustainability Develop, implement and maintain environmental strategies and policies that sustain development Capacity building on environment and sustainability Review and update Environmental Management Plans Review and comment on Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist Studies Representation on forums and committees re air Management of Environmental Stakeholder Forum Show less



ArcelorMittal South Africa

• Primary Metal Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Environmental Manager

  • Sep 2003 - Jul 2007

  Held position as Environmental Technologist and Environmental Specialist before being promoted to Manager.I was responsible for the Environmental Department which included Advise Senior Management on strategic Environmental Management trends and changing legislation and ensuring legal compliance Liaison with authorities regarding legislation, permits and applications, EIA processes etc. and the compilation of relevant applications Communication with I&APs including complainants Representation on forums and committees re air, ground water, sea water and waste Environmental and sustainability reporting including corporate requirements Waste management and disposal site operation Show less



City of Cape Town

• South Africa
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Technician:Air Quality Monitoring

  • Aug 2000 - Aug 2003

  Management and calibration of air quality monitoring stations (equipment in the field and laboratory); Analysis and reporting of Air pollution data ; Siting of Bellville South Air Quality Monitoring station using AERMOD View Dispersion Model Management and calibration of air quality monitoring stations (equipment in the field and laboratory); Analysis and reporting of Air pollution data ; Siting of Bellville South Air Quality Monitoring station using AERMOD View Dispersion Model



Cape Peninsula University of Technology

• South Africa
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lecturer

  • Jan 2000 - Mar 2000

  Lecturing -Chemical Engineering Technology IIIA&BEvaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.Mentored undergraduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback. Show less

• Research Assistant Chemical Engineering

  • Apr 1999 - Dec 1999

  Development of Atmospheric Dispersion Model (Sacks Circle, Bellville, CapeTown);Co -supervision of Practical Project : BTECH - CHEMENG StudentsGeneral Admin duties e.g Purchasing and commissioning of equipment etcMentored undergraduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.



Cape Peninsula University of Technology

• South Africa
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lecturer

  • Jan 1998 - Dec 1998

  Lecturing -Chemical Engineering Technology IIIA&B Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning. Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge. Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding. Mentored undergraduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness. Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students. Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations. Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information. Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback. Show less



BHP

• Australia
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• Metallurgist

  • Jan 1997 - Dec 1997

  Completed GENCOR training programme Did process flow measurements Commissioned a Spirals beneficiation plant Learnt the PSS Coal Washing Plant; did inspections on the DSM Cyclones and magnetic separators Monitored plant to see if quality specifications were made Investigations into process related problems (e.g Water) Exposed to other departments of mine (mining - opencast and under ground) Wrote reports Achievements: Successful commissioning of Spirals Beneficiation Plant at Douglas Colliery Completed Colliery Training College (Witbank): Basic Coal Preparation course (Distinction) Show less



Caltex Refinery South Africa

• Milnerton, Western Cape, South Africa

• Chemical Engineering Technician

  • Jul 1994 - Jun 1995

  Worked on the Crude and vacuum distillation units as well as the boiler plant Did pump surveys, material balances Updated plant matrixes (operational performance sheet) SQL database conversion Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems. Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease. Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. Worked on the Crude and vacuum distillation units as well as the boiler plant Did pump surveys, material balances Updated plant matrixes (operational performance sheet) SQL database conversion Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems. Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease. Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.