Water Management, Forestry, Environment

The salary range of employees working in South Africa in Water Management, Forestry, Environment typically ranges from 175,044 ZAR (low salaries) to 396,612 ZAR (highest average, actual salaries may be even higher)

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List of positions in the Water Management, Forestry, Environment category and their job descriptions

Axeman

• Cutting and felling trees in designated forest areas using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Ensuring adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations during logging operations.
• Evaluating tree health and selecting appropriate trees for removal to promote forest sustainability.
• Operating chainsaws and other forestry equipment with precision and care.
• Transporting felled trees to designated locations for processing or transportation.
• Collaborating with forestry management teams to develop and implement sustainable logging practices.
• Maintaining and servicing logging equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Conducting site assessments to determine the best logging methods and minimize environmental impact.
• Participating in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to forestry and environmental conservation.
• Documenting work activities and reporting on progress to supervisors and management.

204,084 - 466,680 ZAR

District Forest Officer

• Responsibility for the forest management in the assigned territory (district).
• Marking sick, poor, and dying trees for felling.
• Estimating the seed harvest of trees.
• Counting and reporting the numbers of forest animals to the relevant forest district management.
• Detecting the damage caused by forest animals and reporting to the relevant forest district management.
• Placing and controlling bark beetle traps in the forest.
• Hunting oversized animal populations as well as infected or otherwise dangerous forest animals.
• Accompanying individuals with a shooting permit during hunting.

200,136 - 424,848 ZAR

Ecologist

• Exploring the relationships between organisms and the environment in which they live.
• Preparing documents for field and laboratory research.
• Carrying out field and laboratory research.
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting the data obtained.
• Completing studies on the effects of human activities on the environment.

176,232 - 384,312 ZAR

Environmentalist

• Conducting environmental assessments and research to evaluate the impact of projects on ecosystems.
• Developing and implementing conservation plans and strategies to protect natural resources.
• Collaborating with governmental and non-governmental organizations to promote sustainable practices.
• Monitoring and analyzing environmental data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Advising on environmental regulations and compliance to ensure adherence to local and international standards.
• Educating communities and stakeholders on environmental issues and sustainable resource management.
• Participating in public outreach programs to raise awareness about environmental conservation.
• Conducting fieldwork and surveys to collect data on wildlife, vegetation, and water quality.
• Preparing reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Engaging in policy advocacy to influence environmental legislation and promote sustainability initiatives.

191,760 - 407,220 ZAR

Forest Engineer

• Cooperating in drawing up, approving, and monitoring the implementation of the plan.
• Guiding the implementation of the plan and the measures imposed to protect the forest.
• Supervising the suitability of the reproductive material for forest regeneration.
• Checking and registering the work carried out in the forest.
• Keeping forest economic records and records under special regulations.
• Monitoring the status and development of harmful agents in the forest.
• Submitting reports to forest authorities and forest conservation service.
• Proposing preventive measures to protect forests.
• Proposing seed sources for the recognition and ensuring of measures for the preservation and reproduction of genetic resources of the main forest tree species.
• Proposing environmentally friendly technologies for activities related to forest management.
• Notifying the forest manager and forestry authorities of activities in conflict with the law in the field of forestry.
• Ensuring and controlling logging designation and issuing written approvals for logging.

173,388 - 363,672 ZAR

Forest Technician

• Carrying out administrative and production tasks as directed by the forest administration manager.
• Ensuring the purchase and sale (to a lesser extent).
• Cash box management and responsibility for entrusted cash.
• Keeping records of the forest administration.

Forester

• Proposing measures for forest protection and implementing them.
• Implementing measures aimed at planting new vegatation.
• Protecting the wood material from harmful factors.
• Securing protection of the forest against damages caused by forest animals.
• Carrying out the spring statistics of forest animals.
• Checking the state of parasites on seedlings, tree traps etc.
• Selecting trees meeting the prescribed parameters for felling with the aim to subsequently sell them.
• Selecting and marking the sick and dying trees for felling.
• Taking responsibility for supplies in expedition storehouses.

157,740 - 343,716 ZAR

Forestry Manager

• Overseeing forest management operations to ensure sustainable practices and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Developing and implementing forest management plans that promote biodiversity, conservation, and resource optimization.
• Conducting assessments of forest health and productivity, including monitoring wildlife habitats and tree growth.
• Collaborating with government agencies, environmental organizations, and community stakeholders to promote forestry initiatives.
• Managing budgets and resources for forestry projects, ensuring efficient allocation of funds and materials.
• Leading and training a team of forestry professionals and technicians in best practices and safety protocols.
• Conducting research on forest ecosystems and contributing to the development of innovative forestry techniques.
• Preparing reports and presentations on forest management activities, progress, and challenges for stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with local, national, and international forestry laws and regulations.
• Promoting public awareness and education about sustainable forestry practices and environmental stewardship.

248,976 - 544,860 ZAR

Meteorologist

• Recording and analyzing data from world-wide weather stations, satellites, radars and remote sensors.
• Interpreting observations from the land, sea and upper atmosphere.
• Providing customers (such as civil aviation companies, broadcast companies and military units) with weather reports/forecasts.
• Employing mathematical and physical formulae and using specialist computer modelling applications to help make long and short range weather predictions.
• Researching and predicting climate change such as global warming.
• Helping to improve weather prediction models.
• Writing research papers, reports, reviews and summaries.
• Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments.

Mining Manager

• Overseeing all mining operations to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Developing and implementing mining strategies to optimize resource extraction and operational efficiency.
• Managing budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Collaborating with geological and environmental teams to assess site conditions and resource availability.
• Leading and mentoring a team of mining engineers, geologists, and technicians to achieve project goals.
• Conducting regular inspections and audits to maintain safety standards and operational integrity.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and stakeholders to ensure adherence to legal requirements and community engagement.
• Analyzing production data and reports to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinating with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Staying updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance mining operations.

Water Management Engineer

• Drawing up the strategy to modernise the system of water management infrastructure.
• Elaborating studies, master plans and analyses for water management infrastructure.
• Ensuring the complex tasks of water management area in the field of public water supply and sewerage.
• Regulating the performance of operational activities in the area of public water supply, sewerage and sewage treatment plants.
• Analysing data on operational activities in the area of mining and distribution of drinking water, sewerage and sewage water treatment.

191,928 - 417,048 ZAR

Water Management Technician

• Ensuring the operation, maintenance and repairs of public water supply, sewerage and waterworks facilities.
• Managing, checking and ensuring the failure-free distribution of drinking water.
• Managing, checking and securing the process of wastewater disposal.
• Checking the quality of wastewater in accordance with the rules of operation.
• Monitoring and managing the technological process of wastewater treatment and processing of products from wastewater treatment.
• Processing of documents for the plan of repairs, maintenance and reconstruction of water supply and sewerage and waterworks facilities.
• Checking the technological indicators and parameters of the operation of waterworks and other entrusted systems.
• Processing technical and technological documentation and passportisation of the means of production and operation.
• Maintaining complete production and operational documentation.

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