BENELLY CHETTY

Junior Environmental Consultant
Johannesburg, ZA.

About

Highly dedicated and resourceful professional with a BSS Honours in Geography and Environmental Management, leveraging experience as a Junior Environmental Consultant and Executive Technical Assistant. Expertly bridges technical environmental expertise with robust administrative support to drive project success and ensure regulatory compliance. Eager to contribute to the environmental sector through strong project coordination, strategic communication, and meticulous problem-solving skills.

Work

Nala Environmental
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Junior Environmental Consultant

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Summary

Leads environmental permitting, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and strategic environmental services, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving business growth for Nala Environmental.

Highlights

Lead environmental permitting processes and authorization applications, ensuring compliance with NEMA and EIA Regulations for diverse projects.

Manage the full lifecycle of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports and Environmental Management Programmes (EMPrs), from drafting to review and delivery.

Oversee and develop environmental permitting requirements, including Water Use Licenses (WUL), Atmospheric Emission Licenses (AEL), Waste Management Licenses (WML), and biodiversity permits, providing project assurance pre-construction.

Drive new business development initiatives and product/service innovation, specifically targeting EIA and environmental permitting consulting, to expand market reach.

Provide strategic input into company-wide assessments and evaluations, contributing to the development and updating of environmental strategies.

Manage external third-party consultants, ensuring efficient delivery of specialist environmental services and adherence to project requirements.

Mentor and train junior interns, fostering professional growth and knowledge transfer within the environmental team.

Cultivate client relationships and execute networking strategies to expand market presence and secure new business opportunities.

Continuously review and update company procedures and reporting formats, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with industry best practices.

M&D Construction
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Trainee Environmental Officer

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Summary

Supported environmental management, compliance, and auditing for construction sites, ensuring adherence to ISO14001 standards and addressing environmental concerns.

Highlights

Collaborated with the Group's Environmental Manager to integrate environmental specifications into tender submissions, enhancing compliance.

Conducted site-specific internal Environmental Compliance Audits, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring regulatory adherence.

Audited construction sites against legal requirements and ISO14001 standards using IMS checklists, ensuring environmental best practices.

Provided environmental support to all sites, addressing concerns and resolving issues to maintain compliance and stakeholder satisfaction.

M&D Construction
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Executive Technical Assistant

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Summary

Provided high-level administrative and technical support to the CEO, optimizing operational efficiency, communication, and project coordination.

Highlights

Managed executive calendars and schedules, coordinating appointments, meetings, and events to optimize the CEO's time and enhance productivity.

Organized and executed comprehensive travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and transportation, ensuring seamless and efficient executive travel.

Streamlined communication flow for the executive, handling emails, phone calls, and correspondence, improving response times and directing inquiries effectively.

Coordinated all aspects of meetings, from setting agendas and preparing materials to documenting minutes and tracking action items, ensuring timely follow-up.

Supported the CEO on critical special projects, leveraging technical expertise and administrative coordination to advance key initiatives.

Provided extensive administrative support, including meticulous filing, record-keeping, and office organization, enhancing operational efficiency.

Buildrite Construction
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Administrator

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Summary

Provided comprehensive administrative and financial support to the director, ensuring efficient office operations and client management.

Highlights

Provided personal assistant support to the director, managing general administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and reception duties.

Maintained accurate records and documentation for projects, contracts, permits, and regulatory compliance, ensuring easy retrieval and reference.

Managed client accounts, including creating quotes, setting up new accounts, and processing invoices, contributing to efficient financial operations.

Assisted in the accurate and timely distribution of employees' wages, ensuring payroll efficiency.

Education

University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

BSS Honours

Geography and Environmental Management

University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

BSS

Geography and Environmental Management

Savannah Park Secondary School
Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Matric

General Studies

Languages

English

Certificates

ISO14001 Awareness Training

Issued By

N/A

First Aid Level 1 Training

Issued By

N/A

Fire Fighting Training

Issued By

N/A

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Environmental Permitting, Environmental Authorisation Applications, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Environmental Management Programmes (EMPrs), NEMA Regulations, EIA Regulations, Water Use Licenses (WUL), Atmospheric Emission Licenses (AEL), Waste Management Licenses (WML), Biodiversity Permits, Specialist Environmental Services, ISO14001 Standards.

Project Management

Project Coordination, Project Delivery, Stakeholder Management, Deadline Management, Action Item Tracking.

Administrative Support

Calendar Management, Schedule Management, Travel Arrangements, Meeting Coordination, Technical Documentation, Record-Keeping, Filing, Data Entry, Office Organization, Invoicing, Client Accounts.

Communication & Liaison

Client Liaison, Networking, Cross-functional Collaboration, Email Management, Phone Communication, Microsoft Teams.

Business Development

New Business Development, Product Development, Service Innovation, Marketing Strategies, Tender Submissions.

Analytical & Problem Solving

Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Environmental Auditing, Compliance Audits, Strategic Assessments.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, IMS (Integrated Management System).

Professional Development

Mentoring, Training, Continuous Improvement, Confidentiality.