Environmental Compliance Officer

Environmental Compliance Officer; Victoria; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

destinationone Consulting is recruiting an Environmental Compliance Officer to ensure organizations meet environmental regulations across British Columbia. You will monitor practices, conduct inspections, and support compliance initiatives.

The role requires a related diploma, experience in environmental regulation, and strong analytical and communication skills to advise stakeholders and coordinate with agencies.

Qualifications

• Certification or diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or related field.
• Proven experience as environmental compliance officer or inspector.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and standards.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with local, provincial, and federal environmental regulations.
• Conduct inspections and audits of facilities to assess adherence to laws.
• Review environmental impact assessments and permit applications for regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance to organizations and stakeholders on regulations and best practices.
• Investigate environmental complaints and enforcement actions as needed.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation on inspections and enforcement.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies and community groups to address issues.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and industry practices.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Environmental Science or related field diploma

Job description

destinationone Consulting specializes in recruitment across diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Health Tech, Government, Municipalities, Non-Profits, Legal, Public Accounting, Food and more. We are proactively building a data bank for opportunities in these fields. By applying, you ensure our recruiters can quickly match you with suitable roles when they arise.

Location: Various locations across British Columbia

As anEnvironmental Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring thatorganizations comply with environmental regulations and standards. Your rolewill be crucial in monitoring environmental practices, conducting inspections,and promoting sustainable practices within the jurisdiction.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforcecompliance with local, provincial, and federal environmental regulationsand standards.
• Conduct inspections andaudits of facilities and operations to assess adherence to environmentallaws and regulations.
• Review and analyzeenvironmental impact assessments, reports, and permit applications toensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and supportto organizations and stakeholders on environmental regulations, bestpractices, and compliance strategies.
• Investigate and respond toenvironmental complaints and violations, taking appropriate enforcementactions as needed.
• Prepare and maintaindetailed reports and documentation related to inspections, compliance, andenforcement activities.
• Collaborate with otherregulatory agencies, environmental organizations, and community groups toaddress environmental issues and promote sustainability.
• Stay updated on changes in environmentalregulations, industry trends, and best practices to ensure effective complianceand enforcement.

Requirements

• Relevant certification ordiploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a relatedfield.
• Proven experience as anenvironmental compliance officer, environmental inspector, or in a similarrole, with a strong understanding of environmental regulations andstandards.
• Excellent analytical skillsfor assessing environmental practices and identifying compliance issues.
• Strong communication skillsfor interacting with organizations, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Detail-oriented with strongorganizational skills for managing inspections, reports, and compliancerecords.
• Ability to stay current with evolvingenvironmental regulations, industry practices, and sustainability initiatives.