Refex Group – Manager – Insurance & Statutory Approvals – CBG Business Refex Industries

The Corporate Institute; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Tamil Nadu is seeking a Manager to secure insurance coverage and obtain statutory approvals for CBG plants using OFMSW, press mud, and agricultural residues. The role requires strong on-field experience in navigating regulatory frameworks and coordinating with government authorities to ensure compliance with environmental, safety and energy sector norms.

Responsibilities include designing risk mitigation, coordinating with insurers, maintaining records, obtaining

Qualifications

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Legal/Compliance.
• 8–12 years hands-on experience in statutory approvals and insurance management for industrial/renewable energy projects.
• Proven track record with CBG/MSW/biomass plants or similar infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Secure insurance coverage for CBG plants (construction, operation, liability, environmental).
• Obtain regulatory approvals from Pollution Control Boards, PESO, energy departments.
• Liaise with government agencies and project consultants to clear bottlenecks.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and risk registers; train staff on compliance.

Skills

Regulatory liaison

Insurance negotiation

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering or Environmental Science

Legal/Compliance

Job description

Position Overview

The Manager will be responsible for securing insurance coverage and obtaining statutory approvals for Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants using OFMSW, press mud, and agricultural residues. The role demands strong on-field experience in navigating regulatory frameworks, liaising with government authorities, and ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and energy sector norms.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Management

• – Assess risks associated with CBG plants and carry out strategic negotiations for comprehensive insurance packages (construction, operational, liability, and environmental).


• – Design risk mitigation strategies by selecting the right insurance package for plants under O&M.


• – Ensure efficient claims management by coordinating with insurers, handling documentation, and expediting claim settlements.


• – Maintain updated records of insurance policies and renewal schedules.

Statutory Approvals

• – Obtain clearances from Pollution Control Boards, Petroleum & Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO), State Energy Departments, and Municipal Authorities.


• – Ensure compliance with MoPNG guidelines, MNRE policies, and local statutory norms.


• – Liaise with local bodies for land use permissions, fire safety approvals, and factory licenses.


• – Facilitate documentation for subsidies, carbon credits, and renewable energy certifications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• – Act as the primary interface with government agencies, insurance companies, and project consultants.


• – Support project execution teams by resolving statutory bottlenecks on-site.


• – Conduct training and awareness sessions for plant staff on compliance and risk management.

Monitoring & Reporting

• – Track approval timelines and ... proactively.


• – Prepare compliance dashboards and risk registers for senior management.


• – Ensure all statutory and insurance-related documentation is audit-ready.

Qualifications & Experience

• – Graduate/Postgraduate in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Legal/Compliance disciplines.


• – 8 – 12 years of hands‑on experience in statutory approvals and insurance management for industrial/renewable energy projects.


• – Proven track record of working with CBG/MSW/biomass plants or similar infrastructure projects.


• – Strong knowledge of environmental laws, energy sector regulations, and industrial safety norms.


• – Excellent negotiation, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Desired Attributes

• – Ability to work independently on-field with government authorities and insurers.


• – Strong problem‑solving orientation with a compliance‑first mindset.


• – Familiarity with subsidy schemes, carbon credit mechanisms, and renewable energy incentives.


• – Willingness to travel extensively to project sites and regulatory offices.