Zizo Mdoda
Candidate Natural Scientist (Geospatial Science) – SACNASP Reg. No. 150960
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SACNASP-registered Candidate Natural Scientist with practical experience in environmental compliance, construction site monitoring, and environmental auditing within large-scale industrial and infrastructure development environments. Proven track record conducting Operational Safety, Health & Environmental Management Plan (OSHEMP) compliance audits, monitoring Environmental Management Plans (EMP) and Environmental Authorisations (EA), conducting site inspections alongside Environmental Control Officers (ECO), and investigating environmental incidents. Adept at evaluating contractor environmental compliance, conducting risk assessments, and reporting on NEMA and waste management frameworks.
Seeking to leverage expertise in environmental law compliance, audit tracking, and water management certifications to drive environmental excellence as an Environmental professional.
Experience
Environmental & Climate Young Professional at Coega Development Corporation (2025-05 – Present)
- Participate in active construction site inspections and compliance audits alongside appointed Environmental Control Officers (ECO), ensuring strict adherence to Environmental Authorisations (EA), Environmental Management Plans (EMP), and site-specific environmental conditions.
- Conduct Operational Safety, Health & Environmental Management Plan (OSHEMP) compliance audits at facilities and depots across the SEZ to evaluate compliance with NEMA, environmental standards, and safety regulations.
- Assess contractor and investor compliance regarding waste management, hazardous substances, stormwater, housekeeping, and pollution control measures; identify non-conformances and oversee implementation of corrective actions.
- Evaluate and record environmental non-conformances and incidents, compile comprehensive audit and inspection reports, and advise on mitigation and rehabilitation processes.
- Support environmental awareness initiatives for new workers and contractors; participate in stakeholder and SHE-related project progress meetings.
Logistics Support Agent at South African Breweries (Queenstown & Aliwal North) (2021-06 – 2025-05)
- Managed operational datasets and generated KPI performance reports to support performance monitoring and decision-making.
- Conducted data validation and cross-checking to ensure reporting accuracy.
- Maintained compliance records and supported safety documentation processes.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to improve process efficiency.
- Provided administrative support for two depots (Queenstown & Aliwal North)
- Interfaced with suppliers to procure operation-related supplies.
- Communicated with customers to provide support in product delivery.
- Provided finance support for procured goods and services through processing of invoices.
- Accounted monthly on operational finance management.
GIS Student Lecturer Assistant at Nelson Mandela University (2020-01 – 2020-03)
- Assisted students with ArcGIS and QGIS practical applications.
- Supported spatial data analysis, map production, and georeferencing exercises.
- Guided report writing and GIS concept understanding.
Education
BSc Honours in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) – Nelson Mandela University (2020)
Bachelor of Science in Botany and Geography – Nelson Mandela University (2017 – 2019)
