Environmental Safety Specialist (PCO)

AboitizPower; Panabo; Hybrid; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Part time

Job summary

Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. is seeking an Environmental Safety Specialist (PCO) in Panabo/Tagum City to lead environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, and permitting.

The role focuses on ensuring regulatory adherence and sustainable practices across distribution sites and facilities. Ideal candidates have a DENR-EMB PCO accreditation, a relevant engineering degree, and at least two years of environmental management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related science field.
• Accredited Pollution Control Officer (PCO) by DENR-EMB; Registered Engineer preferred.
• At least two years of experience in environmental management or compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental permits, clearances, and regulatory compliance reports.
• Monitor environmental and chemical hazards across sites and facilities.
• Manage hazardous chemical handling, storage, transport, and disposal.
• Ensure compliance with waste management laws and sustainability practices.
• Conduct environmental audits and propose mitigation plans.

Skills

Environmental stewardship

Regulatory compliance

Detail-oriented auditing

LGU liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil) or related science field

Job description

Job ID: 4281

Location: Panabo

Company: Davao Light and Power Co., Inc.

Department: DLPC North Davao Admin Support Department

Employment Type: Probationary

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Title: Environmental Safety Specialist (PCO)

Location: Tagum City, Philippines

Job Level: Confidential

Business Unit: Davao and Power Co., Inc.

Power your future with AboitizPower.

As an Environmental Safety Specialist (PCO), you will serve as the primary technical specialist responsible for environmental compliance, hazardous chemical and waste management, and environmental permitting.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be

Environmental Compliance & Permitting

• Manage and secure all environmental permits, clearances, and regulatory compliance reports required by DENR, EMB, DOH, and LGUs.
• Conduct regular monitoring and inspections of environmental and chemical hazards across distribution sites and facilities.
• Manage hazardous chemical and materials handling, storage, transport, and disposal in accordance with legal requirements and IMS procedures.
• Ensure strict adherence to environmental solid waste management laws and corporate sustainability practices.
• Conduct environmental audits and inspections to evaluate operational compliance and recommend mitigation plans.

Role

To Succeed in this Role, we need someone who:

• Environmental Steward: Deeply committed to environmental protection, waste minimization, and sustainable industrial practices.
• Regulatory Compliance Expert: Meticulous in managing complex DENR/EMB permitting timelines and compliance documentation.
• Detail-Oriented Auditor: Thorough when assessing chemical storage, hazardous waste disposal, and facility environmental risks.
• Diplomatic LGU & Government Liaison: Skilled at building strong relationships with government inspectors and community stakeholders.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil) or related science field.
• License / Accreditation: Accredited Pollution Control Officer (PCO) by DENR-EMB; Registered Engineer preferred.
• Professional Experience: At least two (2) years of work experience in environmental management, hazardous waste handling, or industrial compliance.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group's investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.

Together, let's power your future.