Permitting and Compliance Specialist

3 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Msp Staffing Ltd Full time

MSP Staffing Ltd is hiring a Permitting and Compliance Specialist to join our team.

Job Summary:
  • We are seeking a highly skilled individual to lead the permitting workstream for renewable energy projects in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead the permitting process from project inception through construction and operations.
  2. Conduct risk assessments and due diligence during early project phases.
  3. Manage biodiversity monitoring and landowner coordination.
  4. Oversee external consultants and ensure reports meet legislative and protocol requirements.
  5. Lead environmental authorization and associated permitting applications (e.g., water use licenses, rezoning).
  6. Resolve appeals and manage legal challenges with external lawyers.
  7. Engage with stakeholders (municipalities, conservation agencies, national officials).
  8. Maintain permitting registers and update internal teams on legislative changes.
  9. Manage bid preparation, transaction closing, and project tracking meetings.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Post-graduate degree in Environmental Sciences or related field (B.Sc. Hons) or M.Sc. preferred.
  • Registration with SACNASP and/or EAPASA is an advantage.
  • 5 years of experience as an EAP consultant with project management experience.
  • Experience with the Risk Mitigation and BESS IPP Procurement Programmes.
  • Transaction closing experience.
  • Bilingual in Afrikaans and English.

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