Senior Environmental Consultant, Renewable Energy and Thermal Power

AFRY; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to lead and support environmental aspects of renewable energy and thermal power projects in Malaysia. This role involves conducting feasibility studies, managing Environmental and Social Impact Assessments, and providing strategic advice on environmental issues. The successful candidate will join a friendly international team and have the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging tasks within one of the largest consulting firms in the power sector. If you are passionate about sustainable solutions and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Friendly international working environment

Competitive salary package

Career opportunities

Professional growth

International project experience

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in environmental consulting/management.
• Knowledge of Malaysian regulatory E&S requirements and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental and social feasibility studies for energy sector projects.
• Act as environmental advisor during construction and operation of projects.
• Support clients in developing Environmental and Social Management Systems.

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs)

Stakeholder Engagement

Regulatory E&S Requirements

Project Management

Fluency in Malay and English

Education

Higher professional degree in environmental science or engineering

Job description

Senior Environmental Consultant, Renewable Energy and Thermal Power

• Full-time
• Competence area: Energy (Power generation, T&D and Renewables)
• Contract Type: Permanent

AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies with about 19,000 experts working across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. In South East Asia, we are a leading power sector consulting engineering company executing our regional consultancy and engineering assignments from our power sector consulting offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida and Taipei. In total, we have a multinational staff of more than 500 working in the power generation field in Asia.

In line with our increasing business, we are looking for a Senior Environmental Consultant for our renewable energy and thermal power projects in Malaysia.

• Lead and support environmental aspects of environmental and social (E&S) feasibility studies for energy sector projects (natural gas, LNG to Power, biomass, Waste to Energy, wind, solar, hybrid, etc.) and potential other sectors e.g. infrastructure.
• Lead and support environmental and social due diligence studies for energy sector projects and potential other sectors.
• Act as lenders' environmental and social advisor during the construction and operation of energy sector projects, including supporting consultations with Project Affected Persons and other stakeholders in Malaysia.
• Perform the role of Project Manager for Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) and the development of E&S Management Plans. Provide guidance on environmental matters, including regulatory E&S requirements during the ESIA process.
• Support Clients in developing and implementing Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS).
• Contribute to business development by providing strategic advice on environmental and social issues to existing and potential clients, including the preparation of marketing material.
• Preparation of proposals (technical and financial) for environmental social services.
• Support other AFRY E&S staff in the region and contribute to work outside of the region when opportunities arise.
• Enforce ethics and compliance in accordance with AFRY Code of Conduct.

Minimum Requirements:

• Higher professional degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field (B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D.).
• 8+ years’ experience in environmental consulting/management.
• Experience in the preparation of ESIAs and E&S Management Plans for renewable and thermal power projects.
• Experience in performing Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) for renewable and thermal power projects.
• Track record of project managing environmental and social services for renewable and thermal power projects.
• Knowledge of potential social issues, i.e. labor issues, resettlement, and livelihood issues would be an advantage, including experience in undertaking stakeholder engagement activities.
• Knowledge of Malaysian regulatory E&S requirements and international E&S standards and guidelines, i.e. Equator Principles, IFC Performance Standards, WBG EHS Guidelines, ADB Safeguards, etc.
• The willingness to travel to other countries inside and outside the region to support environmental and social services.
• Fluency in Malay and English.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with people from a range of cultures.
• Ability to work independently.

We offer the following to qualified candidates:

• Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
• Competitive salary package
• Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
• Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career
• Possibility to work in international renewable energy projects

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making the future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.