Environmental Consultant - Auditor

About The Company

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct environmental and social compliance audits (construction & operations)
• Lead or support site inspections, document reviews, worker interviews and management meetings
• Evaluate compliance against IFC PS 1–8, WBG EHS Guidelines and lender ESAP commitments
• Prepare high-quality audit and monitoring reports for lender submission
• Support disbursement reviews (CPs/CSs) and compliance tracking
• Manage audit logistics, travel coordination and site access arrangements
• Maintain strong client relationships and support follow-on work opportunities
• Ensure H&S and security protocols are fully implemented during travel and site visits

What We Are Looking For

• BSc or Master’s degree in Environmental, Social or related discipline
• 3–6 years’ experience in E&S consultancy or auditing for internationally financed projects
• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent management systems auditing qualification)
• Strong knowledge of IFC Performance Standards and lender compliance frameworks
• Experience auditing industrial, infrastructure or renewable energy sites
• Experience assessing E&S management systems and ESAP implementation
• Excellent report writing and analytical skills
• Fluent English (Arabic or other regional languages advantageous)
• Willingness to travel internationally frequently

Why Join SLR?

• Work directly with international lenders and project sponsors
• Gain exposure to high-profile infrastructure and renewable energy developments
• Develop your expertise within a global sustainability advisory firm
• Thrive in a collaborative and flexible working culture

Technical / Behavioural Requirements

• Strong project management capability (planning, budgeting, scheduling)
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet strict lender reporting deadlines
• Excellent technical writing skills with attention to detail and clarity
• Confidence presenting audit findings to senior management and lender representatives
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage difficult conversations in a professional and objective manner
• Adaptable, proactive and solutions-driven approach
• High level of organisational discipline and time management
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to quality assurance, health & safety, and ethical standards
• *SLR’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered part of the recruitment process.
• We actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
• SLR is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity and inclusion.*