Environmental Manager at 21Search Limited

21Search focuses on deploying its resources towards providing a range of Manpower and Administrative Services tailored to meet your needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Environmental Manager

Location: Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: FMCG
Nature of Work: Day and Onsite

Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure the factory complies with local, national, and international environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Monitor and report environmental metrics, such as air emissions, wastewater discharge, and waste & hazardous management, ensuring compliance with permits and legal limits.
• Maintain records and documentation required for regulatory audits and inspections.

Waste and Resource Management:

• Oversee waste management programs, including recycling and disposal of industrial waste, while ensuring minimal environmental impact.
• Identify opportunities to reduce, reuse, or recycle materials, promoting circular economy practices within the factory.

ESG Compliance:

• Support the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives by aligning factory operations with broader corporate sustainability goals.
• Assist in the development of ESG reports, communicating the factory’s environmental performance to stakeholders, including board and regulators.

Risk Management:

• Conduct environmental risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to prevent or respond to environmental incidents.
• Ensure emergency preparedness for environmental hazards, including spills, emissions, or hazardous waste leaks.

Environmental Monitoring & Reporting:

• Develop and implement systems to monitor environmental performance, including air, water, and waste metrics.
• Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory agencies and company management on a regular basis.

Sustainability Initiatives:

• Lead efforts to reduce energy consumption, water usage, and waste production in the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement resource efficiency projects, such as water recycling, waste to-energy systems, and sustainable sourcing of materials.
• Set and monitor sustainability targets, ensuring alignment with corporate sustainability goals.

Requirements

• First Degree or its equivalent in Environmental Dcience, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance standards.
• Expertise in waste, water, and energy management systems.
• Ability to lead environmental audits and interact with regulatory authorities.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in sustainability reporting and environmental metrics tracking.
• Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., ISO 14001, EMS) are a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience in environmental management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the food and beverage industry is an added advantage

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: recruitment@21search.ng using “Environmental Manager” as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline 16th January, 2025.