Environmental Officer

Solarvest; Kamunting; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd is seeking an Environmental Officer to implement and maintain our Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001 and Malaysian environmental requirements. You will monitor compliance with the Environmental Quality Act and coordinate environmental plans for projects in the Renewables & Environment sector.

Requirements include a Diploma/Degree in Environmental Science or related field with 5–7 years’ experience in construction, infrastructure, renewables

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of ISO 14001 and environmental monitoring practices.
• Strong report writing, coordination and MS Office skills.
• Willing to work at project sites and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and improving the EMS in line with ISO 14001 and local regulations.
• Monitor compliance with the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and applicable permits.
• Maintain environmental legal register and compliance records.
• Coordinate environmental plans (EMP/ESMP/CESMP) and ESCP where applicable.
• Conduct site inspections for erosion, dust, noise, wastewater, spills and other impacts.
• Manage waste classification, storage, and eSWIS reporting; verify licensed contractors.
• Coordinate waste segregation, recycling, and lawful disposal; promote efficiency.
• Prepare environmental inspection and compliance reports; liaise with DOE and clients.
• Support ISO 14001 audits, client inspections and regulator visits; escalate findings.

Skills

EMS knowledge

Environmental monitoring

Report writing

Education

Diploma/Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Description

Environmental Officer

Designation

Environmental Officer

Designation Code

ABSB_EO_Role_166

Company

Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd

Department

QSHE

Country

Malaysia

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Position Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in implementing, maintaining and improving the company Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001, Malaysian environmental legislation, DOE requirements, client specifications and applicable codes of practice.
• Monitor compliance with the Environmental Quality Act 1974, applicable regulations, environmental approvals and EIA conditions (where applicable); maintain the environmental legal register and compliance records.
• Implement project environmental plans and registers, including EMP, ESMP/CESMP, ENVID and Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP), where applicable.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor controls for erosion and sedimentation, dust, noise, wastewater discharge, water pollution, spills and other environmental impacts. Coordinate required air, noise and water quality monitoring, review results and follow up exceedances.
• Manage scheduled waste compliance, including waste identification/classification, labelling, storage, inventory, consignment and disposal records, and eSWIS notifications/transactions in accordance with applicable requirements. Verify that appointed waste contractors and receiving facilities are appropriately licensed or authorised.
• Coordinate general waste segregation, recycling, collection and lawful disposal; maintain records and promote waste minimisation and resource efficiency.
• Report and assist in investigating environmental incidents, spills, pollution events and non-compliances; conduct root cause analysis, implement corrective/preventive actions and track closure to prevent recurrence.
• Prepare environmental inspection reports, monitoring summaries, compliance reports and client/ Authority submissions; maintain permits, registers and supporting records, and liaise with DOE, clients, consultants, subcontractors and waste contractors as required.
• Conduct environmental inductions, toolbox talks and awareness programmes; support ISO 14001 audits, client inspections and regulatory visits, and track findings through to closure. Advise project teams on environmental risks and elevate significant non-compliance promptly.
• Perform other environmental duties as assigned by the QSHE Manager or Project Manager.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management or related field;
• 5-7 years’ relevant experience in construction, infrastructure, renewable energy or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of DOE requirements, ISO 14001, environmental monitoring, scheduled waste and eSWIS is required.
• Relevant competency certification (e.g., CePSWaM, CISEC and/or CPEOEIA certification or eligibility), where applicable, is an advantage.
• Good report writing, communication, coordination and Microsoft Office skills;
• Willing to work at project sites as required.