Main purpose of position:<\/p>\n
\tWe are currently seeking an\u00a0Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Specialist\u00a0to join our\u00a0Cape Town\u00a0office and be part of our global team working toward our vision:\u00a0Improving our Future.\u00a0
\n\tAs our\u00a0EPR Specialist\u00a0you will\u00a0be\u00a0responsible for ensuring Scatec\u2019s full compliance with the National Environmental Management: Waste Act (2008), the 2021 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Regulations, and associated sector-specific Notices applicable to electronics, batteries, packaging and lighting.
\n\tThe role establishes and manages Scatec\u2019s centralized EPR compliance framework, including lifecycle tracking of imported products from market entry through to end-of-life outcomes.
\n\tThe Specialist will assess and strengthen existing tracking processes, close compliance gaps, and implement a consolidated reporting system across business functions.<\/p>\n
Main responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tLead Scatec\u2019s compliance with the Waste Act (2008) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Regulations.
\n\tEstablish and manage a centralized system to track imports across the full product lifecycle, from market entry to end-of-life.
\n\tConsolidate and validate cross-functional data (Supply Chain, Engineering, O&M, Environmental, Finance) for accurate EPR reporting.
\n\tMaintain complete, auditable registers of imported equipment, packaging, batteries, lighting and associated waste streams.
\n\tPrepare and submit compliant regulatory reports and ensure alignment with government requirements.
\n\tEvaluate and manage Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) participation or internal compliance structures.
\n\tAssess existing tracking processes, identify gaps, and implement improved systems and controls.
\n\tSupport financial planning, fee forecasting, audits, and governance related to EPR obligations.<\/p>\n
Qualifications and competencies:<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in Commerce, Environmental Management, Law or related field.
\n\t3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in data-heavy reporting, compliance, or ESG\/EPR-related roles.
\n\tStrong data management capability with advanced Excel proficiency.
\n\tExperience designing or improving systems and processes across multiple business functions.
\n\tAbility to interpret regulatory or legal requirements and translate them into practical operational controls.
\n\tAnalytical mindset with financial acumen and high attention to detail.
\n\tStrong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
\n\tTroubleshooting and problem solving within area of responsibility
\n\tAble to multi-task under pressure<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( ) or<\/p>\n
careers-scatec.icims.com<\/p>\n
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