Associate Manager - Environment

Adani Natural Resources; Surguja District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Natural Resources is seeking a Central/Site Environment Executive to support the Environment Lead in environmental compliance across mining operations. You will help implement EMS, liaise with regulators, and prepare reports for standards adherence.

The role drives cluster-wide environmental strategies, monitors regulatory changes, and champions water conservation, air quality improvements, and waste reduction initiatives while coordinating with corporate leadership and site teams.

Qualifications

• BE-Mining or BE Environment / MSc Environment.
• 7–12 years of relevant experience in mining/environment roles.
• Knowledge of CTO/CTE approvals and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop cluster-wide environmental strategies aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate regulatory approvals including CTO and CTO-related permits.
• Lead risk assessments, governance, and sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee real-time environmental data collection and reporting.
• Engage with external regulators, auditors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Education

BE-Mining / B.E. Environment

M.Sc. Environment

Job description

About Business

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG-rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Job Purpose

The Central or Site Environment Executive is responsible for supporting the Environment Lead in ensuring environmental compliance and stewardship across mining operations. This role involves assisting with the implementation of environmental management systems, coordinating with regulatory bodies, conducting monitoring activities, and preparing reports to maintain adherence to environmental standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

Environmental Strategy and Compliance Oversight

• Develop and implement cluster-wide environmental strategies that align with corporate sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure seamless coordination for environmental approvals including Consent to Establish (CTE), Consent to Operate (CTO), and other applicable regulatory permits.
• Drive policy standardization and environmental best practices across all sites to ensure uniform compliance.
• Monitor legislative updates and regulatory changes, ensuring timely adaptation across the cluster.

Governance, Risk Management, and Sustainability Initiatives

• Lead cluster-level environmental risk assessments, identifying gaps and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Develop governance frameworks to track compliance, manage environmental liabilities, and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Champion sustainable resource management initiatives, including water conservation, air quality improvements, and waste reduction strategies.
• Ensure proactive engagement with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, auditors, and industry groups.

Environmental Monitoring, Reporting, and Digital Optimization

• Oversee real-time environmental data collection and monitoring across multiple sites, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
• Drive the adoption of digital platforms for compliance tracking, analytics, and environmental performance benchmarking.
• Ensure accurate reporting of environmental parameters, including emissions, water usage, and ecological impact assessments.
• Manage periodic environmental audits and corrective action plans to enhance overall site performance.

Cross-functional Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the key liaison between corporate leadership, site teams, and external regulatory agencies on environmental matters.
• Foster collaboration with operations, engineering, and sustainability teams to integrate environmental considerations into business processes.
• Standardize environmental reporting metrics and drive engagement with governmental and non-governmental agencies for policy alignment.
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and training programs to strengthen environmental awareness across the cluster.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement in Environmental Practices

• Identify and implement emerging environmental technologies to enhance compliance and efficiency.
• Lead research and development initiatives to explore renewable energy, carbon footprint reduction, and ecological restoration projects.
• Benchmark environmental performance against industry standards, driving continuous improvement across sites.
• Optimize environmental expenditure and budget allocation to ensure cost-effective sustainability initiatives.

Internal Stakeholders

• Business Head, Engineering, Horticulture, Safety, Projects

External Stakeholders

• Pollution control board officials, Forest and environment department officials

Qualifications

Education Qualification

• BE-Mining/ B.E. Environment / M.Sc. Environment

Work Experience

7 - 12 years of relevant experience