
Environmental Coordinator - Aviation
- Riyadh
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure full compliance with environmental permits, legislation, and regulatory requirements throughout all project phases.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs).
- Conduct regular environmental site inspections, audits, and surveys to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare and submit accurate environmental reports, incident logs, and monitoring results to the client and regulatory bodies.
- Track and report key environmental performance indicators, including air quality, noise, water, waste, and biodiversity metrics.
- Maintain proper records of environmental inspections, mitigation actions, and non-compliance cases.
- Liaise with contractors, consultants, government authorities, and project stakeholders to address environmental concerns.
- Support public consultation, environmental briefings, and awareness sessions for construction teams and subcontractors.
- Coordinate with health and safety, QA/QC, and construction teams to align environmental protection with operational activities.
- Identify potential environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impacts.
- Support the preparation of emergency response plans for environmental incidents such as spills or hazardous waste events.
- Promote proactive environmental practices in line with sustainable construction goals.
- Provide guidance to junior environmental officers and site staff on regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Lead environmental toolbox talks, training programs, and awareness campaigns to foster a culture of environmental responsibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or specialized certifications in environmental management are preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental coordination, with significant involvement in infrastructure or airport/airfield projects.
- Demonstrated understanding of national and international environmental standards and practices (e.g., IFC, ISO 14001, EPA, ICAO standards).
- Strong knowledge of environmental monitoring procedures, reporting protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with impact assessments, waste management plans, erosion control, and pollution prevention.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare detailed technical reports.
- Familiarity with GIS, environmental modeling tools, or monitoring equipment is an asset.
- Capable of working in dynamic site conditions and managing multiple environmental priorities simultaneously.
- Certification in ISO 14001 EMS, NEBOSH Environmental, or equivalent.
- Prior experience working with airport authorities or on aviation infrastructure projects.
- Understanding of LEED, Estidama, or other green building/sustainability frameworks.
- Arabic language skills are an advantage.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to guide environmental compliance in multi-disciplinary teams.