Sr Associate Environmental Compliance

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Documentation Review:
  
  • Conduct comprehensive reviews of environmental documentation, including environmental impact assessments (EIAs), environmental management plans (EMPs), permits, licenses, and other regulatory documents.
  • Verify that environmental assessments and reports are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable regulations, permit conditions, and project requirements.
  • Identify any discrepancies, errors, or omissions in environmental documentation and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Compliance Assessment:
  
  • Contribute to the development of implementation strategies and action plans for environmental compliance in project delivery processes.
  • Evaluate environmental practices and activities conducted by consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental permits, regulations, and local legislation.
  • Conduct on-site inspections and audits to assess environmental performance, waste management practices, pollution prevention measures, and other relevant environmental aspects.
  • Document findings and observations in audit reports, highlighting areas of non-compliance and opportunities for improvement.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  
  • Ensure all authority requirements have been addressed through additional studies/reports, change registers, and compensation strategies.
  • Stay abreast of changes to environmental regulations, permit conditions, and local legislation affecting project activities.
  • Interpret and apply regulatory requirements to assess compliance with environmental standards and permit conditions.
  • Communicate findings and recommendations to project stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and other relevant parties as needed.
• Consultant and Contractor Oversight:
  
  • Collaborate with project managers to ensure that consultants and contractors adhere to environmental requirements, scope of responsibilities, and best practices throughout project implementation.
  • Provide guidance and support to consultants and contractors on environmental compliance issues, including the interpretation of permit conditions and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and follow-up on identified non-conformities to ensure resolution.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  
  • Prepare detailed internal audit reports documenting findings, observations, and recommendations for improving environmental compliance.
  • Maintain accurate records of audit activities, including documentation reviewed, audit schedules, findings, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
  • Present audit findings and recommendations to internal management, project teams, and regulatory authorities as required.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field.
• At least 8-10 years of experience in environmental compliance, auditing, or a related field, preferably in a consulting or regulatory environment.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permit requirements, and local legislation pertaining to construction, development, and industrial activities.
• Experience conducting environmental audits, inspections, and compliance assessments, including familiarity with audit methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify compliance issues, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with environmental management software or databases preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications in environmental auditing or compliance preferred but not required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness for regular travel to project sites for on-site inspections and audits.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting environmental stewardship in all aspects of audit work.