Consultant - EHS

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Consultant to join our Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team. You will lead environmental projects, conduct site investigations, remediation, and environmental due diligence, while ensuring EHS compliance across projects and operations.

You will deliver high-quality work for global clients, support sustainability initiatives, and mentor junior staff, contributing to a culture of safety, integrity, and innovation in the APAC region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology or Environmental Engineering.
• 5–9 years of experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation.
• Strong experience in EHS due diligence, audits, and compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental projects including due diligence, site investigations, remediation, and compliance.
• Conduct Phase I–III ESAs and remediation planning.
• Provide EHS regulatory advisory services across local and international requirements.
• Develop and monitor EHS management systems and training.
• Manage subcontractors, including contracts and performance oversight.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to technical excellence.

Skills

EHS compliance

Project management

Stakeholder management

Technical reporting

Field investigations

Education

Geology / Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

ERM is seeking an experienced Consultant to join our Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team.

The role involves managing environmental projects related to site investigation, remediation, demolition, environmental due diligence (EDD), and EHS compliance, while supporting the implementation and monitoring of EHS programs across projects and operations.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced candidate who can ensure high-quality project delivery for global clients, and contribute to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability initiatives.

Why This Role Matters:

Turning Environmental Liabilities into Sustainable Value Across Asia Pacific, industries face growing pressure to address legacy assets and contaminated sites while meeting sustainability and decarbonization goals. This role is pivotal in helping organizations transform environmental liabilities into risk-adjusted portfolios that unlock regeneration opportunities and drive EHS compliance. By combining best practices with digital innovation, ERM partners with clients to reduce reputational risk, optimize operational footprints, and deliver nature-positive outcomes. Your expertise will shape strategies that balance compliance, cost efficiency, and stakeholder expectations, creating a legacy of environmental stewardship and resilience for the region’s future.

What You Impact Is

You will help deliver high-quality work that drives impactful programs for our clients, while building strong relationships and contributing fresh ideas to evolve our services. Through collaboration and continuous learning, you will strengthen our culture and create opportunities that support long-term success for both clients and the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute environmental projects involving environmental due diligence, site investigations, remediation, demolition, and environmental compliance activities.
• Conduct and manage Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), environmental due diligence assessments, contamination investigations, and remediation planning.
• Provide EHS regulatory compliance and advisory services, supporting clients in meeting local and international requirements.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of EHS management systems, programs, and compliance initiatives across projects and operations.
• Experience in EHS incident investigations, root cause analyses, and reporting.
• Deliver EHS training, contractor management, and site safety oversight activities.
• Act as Project Manager for small to medium projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, proposals, and cost estimates for environmental and EHS projects.
• Manage subcontractors, including contract negotiations, and performance oversight.
• Collaborate with ERM regional and global teams to deliver multi-office projects.
• Demonstrate and promote strong health, safety, and sustainability leadership during fieldwork and office-based activities.
• Mentor and support junior consultants, contributing to team development and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or related science (Master’s preferred).
• 5–9 years of experience in contaminated site investigation, remediation, construction/demolition, cost estimation, and contractor management.
• Strong experience in EHS Due Diligence, audits, and compliance programs (local and international standards preferred).
• Proven track record in project delivery for industrial clients with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English required.
• Ability to travel extensively, work independently, and manage multiple priorities in a consulting environment.

APAC Ready to Lead Way At ERM, your work creates impact that matters, helping global organizations tackle the most pressing sustainability challenges while shaping a better future for communities and the environment. Our vision is to empower you to grow, lead, and innovate alongside world‑class clients on transformative projects. We prioritize wellbeing, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture where collaboration, expertise, and purpose drive meaningful impact. At ERM, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and innovation thrives. If you’re ready to make sustainability your mission and build a career that creates lasting change, your journey starts here