Senior Environmental Specialist

Lutech Resources; Dubai; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist to enhance environmental practices within their operations. This pivotal role involves guiding project teams, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and leading investigations into incidents. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Environmental Science, with at least 6 years of experience in the energy sector. You will leverage your expertise to drive sustainability initiatives and improve environmental performance across projects. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in environmental stewardship and make a significant impact in your field.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in the Energy Industry, focusing on EPCI project execution.
• Trained ISO standards lead auditor with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide project teams in implementing environmental requirements and deliverables.
• Prepare environmental performance reports and manage audits.

Skills

Environmental Science

ISO Standards Auditing

Data Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Master’s degree or MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

RegScan

Intelex

FigBytes

PowerBI

Job description

Description

Job Overview:

The Senior Environmental Specialist uses their in-depth knowledge, experience of best practices, and understanding of internal/external issues to improve the Environment discipline within McDermott. They act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and share their expertise related to the Environment discipline. They are responsible for solving complex Environmental problems using discipline-specific knowledge and working independently with minimal guidance. The Senior Environmental Specialist impacts a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities with the Environment team and other related teams, ensuring compliance with guidelines and policies.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Guide project, vessel, and facility in implementing the company’s and site/vessel-specific Environmental terms, requirements, and deliverables, including critical activities (e.g., Engineering, Construction, HUC, Operations, and Contractor interfaces).
• Identify existing, new, and merged environmental legislation relevant to the scope of work, monitor compliance, and interpret its impact on the business plan.
• Prepare and complete environmental aspects and impacts registers, ENVID, or other risk reviews, including controls to manage environmental risks related to the scope of work and location.
• Ensure environmental plans, procedures, and instructions are developed and implemented.
• Maintain environmental legal and risk registers.
• Conduct environmental prequalification of subcontractors and vendors as applicable.
• Prepare environmental audit plans, conduct audits, and manage corrective actions.
• Prepare environmental performance reports and submit them to the Environmental Functional Lead and Site Management.
• Provide SME support to the company QHSE training department, including development and delivery.
• Develop and oversee plans to meet facility/project objectives, targets, and goals aligned with global and business line strategies and O&Ts.
• Lead or participate as SME in incident investigations and reporting.
• Lead and direct environmental investigations following incidents or non-compliances.
• Ensure corrective actions and recommendations are implemented.
• Ensure completion of reports for process and statutory requirements.
• Provide environmental input into look-ahead plans and reports based on project schedules.
• Contribute environmental input to MOCs and lessons learned.
• Assist in developing and maintaining emergency procedures.
• Attend and contribute to forums such as kick-off meetings, constructability reviews, and readiness reviews.
• Manage environmental performance indicator data collection, reporting, tracking, and analysis.
• Implement and support communication and awareness campaigns on environmental initiatives.
• Support and contribute to the annual sustainability report.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Safety, or Engineering or a related field.
• Advanced education (e.g., MBA or master's degree) is preferred.
• At least 6 years of experience within the Energy Industry, preferably within EPCI project execution.
• Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001).
• Ability to work as a team member and as a team leader.
• Experience with technical activities, including onshore and offshore operations.
• Maintain key competencies related to the Environmental function.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of local environmental laws, codes, regulations, and norms.
• Statistical and data analysis skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Conflict resolution and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs: Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Project management experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of platforms such as RegScan, Intelex, FigBytes, and PowerBI is preferred.

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