Environmental Scientist (Mining & GIS)

Ecoparyavaran; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecoparyavaran is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our consultancy team focused on mining and related infrastructure projects. The role involves environmental data collection, impact assessment, GIS-based spatial analysis, LU/LC mapping, and support for regulatory submissions.

Experience in mining-sector EIA studies and NABET-accredited consultancy requirements is preferred. The candidate will work under the Project Manager / Team Leader – EIA to develop mitigation plans, monitoring

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience preferred in environmental consultancy.
• Experience in mining-sector EIA studies and GIS applications.
• Experience with environmental baseline studies.
• Familiarity with NABET-accredited consultancy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of EIA/EMP reports for mining and related projects.
• Conduct environmental baseline data collection across air, water, soil, noise, ecology, and socio-economic aspects.
• Assess environmental impacts of mining operations and develop mitigation measures.
• Develop and maintain GIS databases and prepare thematic maps for regulatory submissions.
• Perform LU/LC mapping and change-detection analyses using satellite imagery.
• Assist with regulatory documentation including EC/ToR amendments and compliance reports.

Skills

GIS

Data analysis

Regulatory coordination

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

We are looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our environmental consultancy team working on mining and allied infrastructure projects. The candidate will be responsible for environmental data collection, impact assessment, GIS-based spatial analysis, Land Use/Land Cover (LU/LC) mapping, preparation of EIA/EMP documentation, and support for regulatory and statutory submissions. The role is particularly suited to candidates with experience in mining-sector EIA studies, GIS applications, environmental baseline studies and NABET-accredited consultancy requirements.

Experience

2–5 years preferred.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reporting To : Project Manager / Team Leader – EIA

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Impact Assessment – Mining Projects

Assist in preparation of EIA/EMP reports for mining and associated projects.

Undertake and interpret environmental baseline data covering air, water, soil, noise, ecology, land environment and socio-economic aspects.

Assess potential environmental impacts associated with mining operations, including open-cast/underground mining, mineral handling, transportation and allied facilities.

Assist in developing mitigation measures and environmental management plans.

Support preparation of environmental monitoring programmes and compliance reports.

Review and compile technical data received from laboratories, field teams and other project specialists.

GIS & Remote Sensing

Develop and maintain GIS databases for environmental projects.

Prepare thematic maps using ArcGIS/QGIS and other GIS/remote-sensing tools.

Conduct spatial analysis for environmental sensitivity, drainage, settlements, forests, roads, water bodies, mining leases and other relevant features.

Prepare maps required for EIA/EMP, mining plans, environmental clearance and regulatory submissions.

Perform georeferencing, digitization, spatial analysis, map composition and coordinate-system/projection management.

Analyse satellite imagery and other remote-sensing datasets for environmental assessments.

Land Use / Land Cover (LU/LC)

Prepare current and historical LU/LC maps for project areas and appropriate study zones.

Conduct LU/LC change-detection analysis using satellite imagery.

Classify land-use categories such as agricultural land, forest, scrub, wasteland, water bodies, settlements, mining areas, etc.

Prepare LU/LC statistics and interpret changes in relation to mining and other developmental activities.

Integrate LU/LC analysis with environmental impact assessment and cumulative/change-analysis requirements.

Mining & Environmental Regulatory Support

Assist in preparation/review of documentation related to Environmental Clearance (EC), Terms of Reference (ToR), amendments, compliance and monitoring requirements.

Support responses to observations/queries from regulatory authorities.

Assist with documentation related to MoEFCC, SEIAA, SPCB/PCC, IBM and other applicable authorities, as relevant to the project.