Deputy Manager - ESG

Adani Natural Resources; Mundra; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Natural Resources in Mundra, Gujarat, seeks an Environment Executive for copper operations to oversee environmental compliance, monitoring, and reporting. The role drives MOEF-aligned strategies, waste, water, emissions management, and digital data systems, while guiding cross-functional teams and vendors to meet regulatory and sustainability targets.

You will manage budgets, lead training, and coordinate with government bodies for timely submissions, audits, and approvals, ensuring 100%

Qualifications

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field (required).
• Over 5 years hands-on experience in environmental monitoring, sustainability, and compliance, especially air, water, and waste management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute environmental management strategies per MOEF guidelines and company policies.
• Coordinate statutory environmental approvals and ensure compliance with local and national regulations.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce environmental impact of copper smelting operations.
• Optimize waste management, water usage, and emissions to meet sustainability goals.
• Ensure adherence to MOEF guidelines; maintain 100% compliance in audits and inspections.
• Manage annual environmental budget and track expenses for compliance and equipment maintenance.
• Lead cross-functional team, guide vendors on statutory documentation, and develop staff training on environmental regulations.

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

About Business

JOB DESCRIPTION

Adani Group:

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 Environment Executive in a copper business is responsible for executing and monitoring environmental activities. This includes ensuring compliance with air, water, noise, and biodiversity regulations, conducting environmental monitoring, and preparing reports for senior leadership. The role involves hands‑on monitoring and managing environmental data and systems while ensuring operational compliance with environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

Planning and Execution:

• Manage execution of environmental management strategies in line with MOEF guidelines and company policies.
• Coordinate the process to obtain and renew statutory environmental approvals, ensuring full compliance with local and national regulations.

Process Optimization And Continuous Improvement

• Assist the lead in continuous improvement initiatives for reducing the environmental impact of copper smelting operations.
• Optimize processes related to waste management, water usage, and emissions to meet sustainability goals.
• Implement new technologies and practices to enhance environmental performance and reduce operational inefficiencies.

HSE And Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee the adherence to MOEF guidelines and other statutory regulations, ensuring 100% compliance in audits and inspections.
• Ensure the team follows the HSE standards, implementing corrective actions where necessary to meet compliance goals.
• Monitor daily submissions of environmental data to government portals such as the State and Central Pollution Control Boards.

Cost Management And Budgeting

• Manage the annual environmental budget, optimizing resource allocation for environmental initiatives.
• Track expenses related to environmental compliance and equipment maintenance, ensuring they stay within approved budgets.
• Supervise cost‑saving initiatives without compromising on compliance or sustainability targets.

Resource And Workforce Management

• Manage a cross‑functional team responsible for executing environmental programs and maintaining compliance.
• Guide vendors through statutory documentation requirements, ensuring proper clearance before project initiation.
• Develop training programs for staff to enhance awareness of environmental regulations and internal policies.

Reporting And Data Analytics

• Generate monthly and quarterly environmental performance reports, incorporating real‑time data from automated systems.
• Analyze environmental data to identify trends and recommend improvements for sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate reporting to government bodies, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.

Digitization And Tech Adoption

• Implement digital systems for real‑time tracking of environmental data and automating report generation.
• Lead the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance environmental performance and compliance capabilities.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

• Operations team
• Site Managers
• Area Incharges

Key Stakeholders - External

• Government and Regulatory Authorities
• Environmental Agencies

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field

Work Experience (Range Of Years)

Over 5 years of hands‑on experience in environmental, sustainability monitoring and compliance, particularly in air, water, and waste management

Certifications

• Certification in Environmental Compliance or EMS preferred, not mandatory

About Us

The road to empowerment is the one that guards a country’s stride onwards, keeping every hurdle that poses a threat to the constant pace of progress at bay. Yet another milestone in our growth story, is the business of Natural Resources. The scale of our business assures a steady availability of coal, extracted in the most responsible ways, which promises constant supply of power to both urban and rural geographies of India ensuring no hurdles are faced by the citizens in the path to achieving their dreams. The mining industry is considered a major contributor to the growth of the Indian economy. The mining business unit of the Adani group was established in 2007 as the last link in ensuring energy security for India. We are also developing and operating mines in Indonesia and Australia.

In the past few years, we have transformed from a coal trading and importing company to a comprehensive integrated coal management company. We have a diversified trading portfolio and are involved in Coal and Coke trading.