Environment Advisor Pipelines (001)

MphExperts; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international recruitment agency is looking for an Environment Advisor Pipelines for a role based in Iraq. The candidate should have over 10 years of environment management experience, particularly in the oil and gas industry. Responsibilities include supervising site teams, managing environmental assessments, and implementing management plans. The role demands excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of environmental regulations. Knowledge of both English and Arabic is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in environment management during construction.
• Experience of managing diverse teams in sensitive environments.
• Knowledge of ISO14001 and IFC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage site teams and Contractors.
• Implement Construction Environment Management Plans.
• Prepare reports and conduct training sessions.

Skills

Ecological management

Environmental Impact Assessment

Excellent written and verbal communication

Decision making

Team management

Education

Professional environmental qualification at Degree level

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

We are recruiting for an Environment Advisor Pipelines with the following details :

Terms & Conditions

Location: Basrah, IRAQ

Work Scheme: Rotational 4x4

Start: Jan 2026

Duration: 24 months, extendable

Qualifications / Experience Required

• Minimum 10 years’ environment management experience working in a supervisory role during construction phase preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Experience of ecological management; terrestrial flora and fauna.
• Professional environmental qualification at Degree level minimum (e.g., Environmental Science).
• Previous experience of working in a culturally diverse site with adverse and sensitive environment conditions whilst ensuring that the Project adheres to the environment regulations and Company requirements.
• Very good knowledge of Environment Impact Assessment, management plans and site monitoring techniques with strong focus on field ecological management.
• Knowledge of international environment legislation and standards specifically ISO14001 and International Finance Corporation (IFC)
• Familiarity with the National Iraqi Regulatory Framework and Company referential framework (Rules, Specifications, Guides) is an advantage.
• Experience of supervising and managing a team and Contractors on site.

Additional Requirements

• Good understanding of the construction activities associated with pipe and/or pipeline installation.
• Experience in the implementation of Construction Environment Management Plans and reviewing Contractor plans and related documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, conducting training sessions, and engaging with stakeholders.
• Be able to manage personnel with different cultural backgrounds.
• Competent in quick and effective decision making and responding to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to proactively drive positive change and improvement initiatives.
• Be a role model to establish effective team working and have experience as a trainer and mentor.
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English. Spoken and written Arabic is an advantage.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Work, Excel and PowerPoint.