Responsible for the development, installation, commissioning and operation of an Air quality and Meteorology monitoringnetwork, located in the northwestern region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.Oversee all aspects of the project, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, manage monitoring network and summarize progress ofproject and prepare reports for company management and the client regarding progress status of project.

Administer the processing of Atmospheric Emission Licensingapplications in order to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure protection of the environment and public healthInvestigate, evaluate and comment on environmental impact assessments,specialist air studies and atmospheric reports and recommend mitigation measuresProcess applications for fuel burning appliances and open burningapplications to enforce compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure environmental protectionInvestigate and evaluate diverse complaints in order to maintain theobjectives of the City of Cape Town Air Quality Management PlanEnforce 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 amendedConduct 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 othersMonitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with Environmental Authorization and regulations.Compile, develop, modify, plan, validate and maintain atmospheric emissions inventory databasePerform 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 PlanPerform all administrative and related functionsInitiate and coordinate community involvement with regards to environmental air pollution mattersProved 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.

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 commissioningInvolved during investigation of environmental incidentsEnsure plants compliance with relevant environmental legislationMonitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with Environmental Authorization and regulations.Act as a link between plants’ and relevant authoritiesNegotiate with relevant stakeholders (including authorities and other Interested & Affected Parties) during Environmental Authorisation applicationsConduct environmental training legal compliance audits as per legislative requirements on request by the plantFollow up audits to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions in order for the non-conformance to be signed offAdvise senior management on environmental management mattersSuccessful conversion of Provisional Atmospheric Emission license to Final Atmospheric Emission license (NEM:AQA) at ClientSuccessful establishment and maintenance of CISCO Environmental Stakeholder ForumResolved 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, WorcesterNoise Survey in conjunction with DDA Environmental Engineers (February 2019)

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)

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 healthInvestigate, evaluate and comment on environmental impact assessments,specialist air studies and atmospheric reports and recommend mitigation measuresInvestigate and evaluate diverse complaints in order to maintain the objectives of the West Coast District Municipality Air Quality Management PlanEnforce 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 databasePerform 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 PlanPerform all administrative and related functionsInitiate and coordinate community involvement with regards to environmental air pollution mattersUndertake 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 issuesEfficiently manage air quality practices by ensuring legal complianceEnsure community participation by managing and planning of outreach programmes and campaignsManage financesConduct 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 othersPerform all administrative and related functionsDrafting of Atmospheric Emission Licenses, Site inspections and complianceManage and Chair the West Coast District Municipality Air Quality Working Group.

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 healthInvestigate, evaluate and comment on environmental impact assessments,specialist air studies and atmospheric reports and recommend mitigation measuresProcess applications for fuel burning appliances and open burning applications to enforce compliance with the relevant legislation and ensure environmental protectionInvestigate and evaluate diverse complaints in order to maintain the objectives of the City of Cape Town Air Quality Management PlanEnforce 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 amendedMonitored 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 othersCompile, develop, modify, plan, validate and maintain atmospheric emissions inventory databasePerform 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 PlanPerform all administrative and related functionsInitiate and coordinate community involvement with regards to environmental air pollution mattersProved 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)

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 etcDevelop and implementation of environmental management projectsConduct 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 othersPerform all administrative and related functionsImplementing and auditing the ISO14001 Environmental Management SystemsLiaison with project proponents, Environmental Practitioners and Environmental SpecialistsProviding professional environmental comments to local authorities, government departments on the applicability of environmental legislation for proposed development projectsInvestigation and reporting of environmental incidences e.g. oil spills and atmospheric emissions

Completed a Personal Development Course (Ministry Training Programme).

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 requirementsProvide assurance of environmental compliance to the General manager and to Group Environment and SustainabilityDevelop, implement and maintain environmental strategies and policies that sustain developmentCapacity building on environment and sustainabilityReview and update Environmental Management PlansReview and comment on Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist StudiesRepresentation on forums and committees re airManagement of Environmental Stakeholder Forum

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 complianceLiaison with authorities regarding legislation, permits and applications, EIA processes etc. and the compilation of relevant applicationsCommunication with I&APs including complainantsRepresentation on forums and committees re air, ground water, sea water and wasteEnvironmental and sustainability reporting including corporate requirementsWaste management and disposal site operation

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

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.

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.

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.

Completed GENCOR training programmeDid process flow measurementsCommissioned a Spirals beneficiation plantLearnt the PSS Coal Washing Plant; did inspections on the DSM Cyclones and magnetic separatorsMonitored plant to see if quality specifications were madeInvestigations into process related problems (e.gWater)Exposed to other departments of mine (mining - opencast and under ground) Wrote reportsAchievements:Successful commissioning of Spirals Beneficiation Plant at Douglas CollieryCompleted Colliery Training College (Witbank): Basic Coal Preparation course (Distinction)

Worked on the Crude and vacuum distillation units as well as the boiler plantDid pump surveys, material balancesUpdated plant matrixes (operational performance sheet)SQL database conversionIdentified 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.