Waste Management Officer (Camps)

About the role

The Waste Management Officer will oversee waste contractor activities across camps in Cabo Delgado, ensuring compliance with contracts, procedures and environmental standards.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor daily contractor operations, verify collection frequency, routing, crew competence and equipment condition.
• Inspect waste segregation, labeling, storage and container condition at generation points and waste facilities.
• Validate collection schedules, witness loading, weighings and ensure manifest accuracy.
• Conduct hazardous waste inspections, verify spill kit readiness and respond to spills.
• Perform routine environmental inspections, capture photographic evidence and submit daily zone reports.
• Deliver toolbox talks on waste segregation and promote HSE best practices.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or related field.
• Field experience in waste management or water‑wastewater operations, preferably on industrial or construction sites.
• Basic understanding of environmental permits, waste classification and wastewater treatment principles.
• Ability to conduct field inspections and produce clear factual reports.
• Good communication skills in English; Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills

• Field inspection techniques for waste operations.
• Knowledge of HSE requirements and safe working practices.
• Familiarity with waste classification, segregation and hazardous waste handling.
• Experience with documenting inspections, photographic records and reporting.