Afrimat · North West

Environmental Intern – Afrimat Industries (Lichtenburg Operations)

Full-timeEngineering

Closing date: 30 October 2026

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Description

Afrimat's Lichtenburg Operations is looking for an Environmental Intern to support the Environmental Department across both sites. You'll help with monitoring, data capture, compliance checks and reporting.

Minimum Requirements

  • Diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

  • Basic understanding of environmental management principles

  • Computer literate (Word and Excel, including basic formulas, sorting, filtering and charts)

  • Good written and verbal communication

  • Analytical and numerical skills to check results and spot unusual readings

  • Willing to learn and do site-based work

  • ISO 14001 knowledge is an advantage

  • Must be medically fit in line with the Mine Health and Safety Act

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with environmental monitoring and sampling

  • Capture and maintain environmental data and EMS records

  • Take part in site inspections and report non-conformances

  • Track corrective and preventive actions

  • Help update EMS documentation and run awareness and training activities

  • Draft environmental compliance reports

  • Support audit preparation and permit/licence compliance

  • General admin support to the department

  • Follow SHE rules, wear PPE and report hazards and incidents