Environmental Compliance Specialist

Job Overview

We are looking for an Environmental Compliance Executive with practical knowledge of environmental registrations, consent applications and regulatory documentation. The candidate will be responsible for handling projects from application preparation and portal submission to department coordination, query resolution and final grant of consent/authorization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit applications for Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO).
• Handle Hazardous Waste Authorization applications.
• Handle E-Waste, Plastic Waste and Battery Waste EPR/Authorization applications.
• Prepare application forms, declarations, undertakings, technical details and supporting documents.
• Review client documents and identify missing information/documents.
• Manage applications on State Pollution Control Board, CPCB and other applicable government portals.
• Coordinate with clients for documentation, clarification and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with government departments regarding application status, queries and inspections.
• Prepare and submit replies to departmental queries/deficiencies.
• Track applications regularly until final approval, consent, registration or authorization is granted.
• Handle renewals, amendments and modifications of existing environmental consents/authorizations.
• Maintain proper project records and provide timely status updates to clients.

Required Skills

• Good practical knowledge of Environmental Compliance and Pollution Control Board procedures.
• Hands-on knowledge of CTE/CTO and waste-management authorizations.
• Understanding of E-Waste, Plastic Waste and Battery EPR requirements.
• Strong application drafting and documentation skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Word, Excel and online government portals.
• Strong follow-up and client coordination skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet defined TATs.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

Qualification

B.Tech/B.E. Environmental Engineering, M.Sc./B.Sc. Environmental Science or a relevant qualification is preferred.

Candidates with relevant practical experience in environmental consultancy or regulatory compliance may also be considered.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should be capable of independently handling an environmental compliance project from requirement assessment → document collection → application preparation → online submission → department coordination → query resolution → inspection coordination → final grant of licence/consent/authorization.

Relevant Experience

Environmental Consultancy / Pollution Control Board / CTE-CTO / Hazardous Waste / EPR / Waste Management Compliance.