ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER

Ohm; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohm in Malaysia seeks an Officer responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations. The role involves developing Environmental Management Plans and conducting site inspections to identify risks and implement control measures.

Qualified candidates should hold a relevant degree and certifications like CePEOEIA. A minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental management, especially in construction, is preferred. Excellent communication and time management skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Management, Engineering, or related.
• Must be a certified Environmental Officer.
• 3 years of relevant experience preferred, particularly in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Malaysian environmental laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement Environmental Management Plans.
• Conduct site inspections and audits for compliance.
• Oversee environmental control measures and ensure their proper implementation.
• Maintain records and prepare reports for management and regulatory bodies.
• Liaise with authorities, consultants, and internal teams on environmental matters.
• Conduct environmental risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Good communication and presentation skills

Good time management and detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor of Degree in a related field

Certified Professional Environmental Officer

Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control

Certified Environmental Professional for Scheduled Waste Management

Certified Erosion, Sediment & Stormwater Inspector

Job description

Officer

JOB SCOPE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure compliance with Malaysian environmental laws, regulations and standards (e.g. Environmental Quality Act, local DOE requirements, ISO 14001 etc.).

Develop, implement and monitor Environmental Management Plans (EMP) and Environmental Management System (EMS) at project / site level.

Conduct site inspections, audits, environmental monitoring (air, water, soil, noise, vibration, etc.) to check for compliance and identify environmental risks.

Oversee any environmental control measures (erosion & sediment control, pollution prevention, waste management, effluent treatment) and ensure their proper implementation.

Maintain records, prepare and submit reports to management, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders – including periodic environmental performance reports and incident / non‑compliance reports.

Liaise with relevant authorities (e.g. DOE, local council), consultants, contractors, and internal teams on environmental matters.

Conduct environmental risk assessments, propose mitigation strategies, and follow up corrective or preventive actions when environmental issues are identified.

Conduct environmental inductions / awareness training / environmental meetings for site personnel to ensure everyone knows environmental obligations and best practices.

Handle regulatory inspections/enforcement visits, ensure permits/licenses are up to date, respond to observations / non‑compliances (NCRs) and implement rectification actions.

Ensure site facilities, operations, and equipment are managed to prevent leaks, spills, contamination, or other environmental health hazards.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Degree in one of related fields such as Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, Natural Resources Management, or a related discipline.

Certified Professional Environmental Officer in EIA project development (CePEOEIA) / Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control Certified (CISEC) / Certified Environmental Professional for Scheduled Waste Management (CePSWaM).

Certified Erosion, Sediment & Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) is also preferred.

3 years of well experience in this relevant field is preferred.

Construction industry experience is an added advantage.

Good communication and presentation skills.

Good time management and detail‑oriented.