Environmental & Social Lead

MPH Groupe; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 440,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm is seeking an Environmental & Social Lead to manage environmental, social, and sustainability programs in the UAE, with missions in Iraq. Candidates should possess a degree in environmental engineering, 10 years of relevant experience, and a strong understanding of environmental legislation and project requirements. Proficiency in English is essential. Apply now to contribute to impactful projects in the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• 10 years of demonstrable environmental experience.
• Good understanding of ENV policies and the legal framework in the Middle East.
• Experience with major IOCs in large oil and gas projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage Environmental, Social and Sustainability programs for the project.
• Oversee environmental and social compliance of Phase 2 of the project.

Skills

Environmental experience

Project engineering

Construction oversight

Incident investigation

Knowledge of ENV legislation

Team collaboration

Proficient in English

Education

Degree in environmental engineering or a related field

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an Environmental & Social Lead for one of our clients with the following details:

Location: UAE with missions in Iraq

Start Date: Jan 2026

Contract Duration: 24 months

Work Scheme: Residential

Qualification and Experience Required :

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline, i.e. engineering or scientific subject preferably environmental engineering, or environmental related.
• Demonstrable environmental experience of 10 years' including knowledge on project engineering, construction, commissioning onshore.
• Good understanding of ENV policies and strategies, ENV Management Systems and Risks & Middle East country Legal Framework
• Experience in incident investigation.
• Knowledge of Company group standards
• Experience with other major IOCs in large oil and gas construction projects
• Understanding of oil and gas production equipment, processes, and utility systems
• Experience reviewing and commenting on Contractor design / construction phase ENV plans and related documents.
• Good knowledge of qualitative and quantitative risk assessments techniques.
• Good knowledge of ENV legislation and international standards, including IOGP standards, onshore plant standards, ISO and Company referential framework (Rules, Specifications, Guides)
• Autonomy and previous experience in working transversally.
• Ability to work on his / her own initiative but functions as an integral part of team.
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English.

Main Missions

• Responsible for managing all topics related to the Project Environmental, Social and Sustainability programs and / or Company E&S programs applicable for the Project
• Responsible for overseeing, monitoring and continuously improving the environmental and social compliance of the Phase 2 of the project with respect to Company and applicable local and international requirements

If Interested Kindly apply.