Ncumisa Lagenge

I am a multifaceted individual with extensive knowledge and over 10 years’ experience in Environmental Management and sustainability as well as knowledge and expertise in leading, motivating and administering to improve an organization’s productivity through the implementation of employees safety programmes, safe work processes, collaborative teamwork and regulatory compliance. I am greatly competent in the use and development of environmental management tools which include Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Management Plans, Environmental Management Systems as well as Environmental Management Framework. I have extensive knowledge in all relevant Environmental Management Regulations, Public Service Act as well as Environmental coordination and planning of projects

I am looking to secure a position to use my people skills and industry knowledge to benefit the people working with me and the company as a whole. My goals involve growing with a company where I can learn and further develop my skills and knowledge in a practical and fast-paced environment, take on additional responsibilities, contribute as much of values as I can and register as a professional scientist through SANCAPS.

I am pleased to submit my resume for consideration for the available vacancy in your organization. Given my background in Environmental Management and passion for environmental protection, I feel I am in a great position to make a positive impact at the in the organisation.

Through my experiences gained from the various sectors (Private and Public sector) I have worked in and still working in, I have gathered good communication skills and am able to present my ideas in a fluent and confident manner. Colleagues and acquaintances all testify to the fact that I relate to people easily and that I am able to adapt quickly to new surroundings and situations. I have learnt to work towards, and achieving my aims with great commitment and perseverance.

Work History

Environmental Compliance Officer

Likhithanande Engineers and Project Managers , Mthatha, Eastern Cape- (2021/02- todate)

Monitor Environmental compliance on site; develop an environmental management plan; Monitor the site's performance against internal and external compliance targets; Develop and implement environmental strategies and policies; carrying out environmental audits; Supervision of policy implementation,

• Assisted with development of compliance program and played leadership role in transition of compliance oversight model.
• Monitored new projects and developments for adherence to local regulations, issued violations and determined necessary corrective actions.
• Audited new projects and environmental department activities to identify and resolve concerns.

Environmental Practitioner

Terreco Environmental Consultants, East London, Eastern Cape- (2018/02- 2020/04)

Carrying out Environmental Audits, Carrying out Environmental Impact Assessments, drafting Environmental Management Plan; Assessing environmental operations and procedures for business and sites; making sure that environmental standards are being met; detecting existing compliance problems or environmental management deficiencies.

Environmental Compliance Officer

Amathole District Municipality, East London, Eastern Cape- ( 2014/04- 2017/12)

Carrying out Environmental Inspections

• Carrying out Environmental Impact Assessment ; develop environmental management plans; monitor and evaluate environmental compliance as well reporting on sustainability

• Assisted with the SHEQMS including ISO internal and external audits

• Conduct environmental impact assessments, to determine the effect that developments are likely to have on the environment and society

• Compile monthly environmental reports

• Investigate all incidences related to the environment and make recommendations for mitigation or policy changes; involve the planning, execution and close out of environmental impact assessment projects

• Compliance monitoring of Environmental regulations of developmental sites; ensures that environmental policies are well implemented and any environmental campaigns are effective

Environmental Intern

Mnquma Local Municipality, Butterworth, Eastern Cape - (2013/01- 2014/01)

• Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations.
• Assisted with data management for regulatory and operational reporting.
• Conducted Waste management awareness and cleaning campaigns
• Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
• Assisted with daily landfill site management
• Ensure compliance of the municipality's public launch sites with the necessary regulations and relevant prescripts;
• contribute towards the incorporation of the municipal coastal considerations into relevant environmental authorizations and coastal permits issued both by the municipality and other spheres of government.

BSc Honors Degree : Geography

Walter Sisulu University - Mthatha

Bachelor of Science: Environmental Studies

Walter Sisulu University - Butterworth

High School Diploma

Butterworth High School - Butterworth