Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited, (formerly Moody International Nigeria Limited) was established in 1996 as a partnership between Moody International Group and Nigerian investors. Since commencing operations in March 1997 the company continues to grow and exerts its presence in numerous Projects in the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Environmental / Regulatory Advisor I
Location: Qua Iboe Terminal (QIT), Nigeria
Category: Environmental, Health & Safety
Job Type: Contracts
Job Nature: Standard Schedule – 6 days on / 1 day off
Main Functions
The Environmental/Regulatory Advisor is the single point of contact for all environmental and regulatory matters and is responsible for the coordination and oversight of environmental and regulatory programs, including engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning aspects.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Work with environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health consultants and the Project Team (PT), as necessary, to oversee the preparation of the project's Emergency Support Group (ESHIA) and EMP
Develop, coordinate functional endorsement of, and implement the project's Regulatory Compliance Plan and Environmental Management Plan, including preliminary versions of these plans
Assist the project's Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Manager in supporting project-related Environmental & Regulatory (E&R) activities, identifying/implementing appropriate/best environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health practices and company's lessons learned, and providing input to the Environmental Business Planning process
Obtain identified project permits/licenses/approvals in a timely manner; track/steward the project approvals process and the project's compliance status
Interface with project design and execution teams to ensure that the company environmental, socioeconomic, and health requirements/standards are properly integrated into project designs and implementation plans
Provide input to the SSHE-related Coordination Procedures for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Contractor Invitation to Tender (ITT) packages regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Provide (to the project's SHE Manager), input for cost and schedule estimates related to the regulatory approvals/compliance process and the development and implementation of the project's ESHIA, Environmental Management Plan (EMP), Health Plan, and other E&R deliverables
Recommend appropriate environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health issues/impacts avoidance/mitigation measures and oversee their implementation
Work with EPC contractors to ensure the development of appropriate and acceptable E&R plans (e.g., Environmental Management Plans, Waste Management Plans, Spill Response Plans, Socioeconomic Action Plans, and Health Plans) applicable to their scope of work
Review EPC contractor E&R plans and other deliverables for comprehensiveness and acceptability regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters, as prescribed in the project's Coordination Procedures and other contractual documents
Provide guidance to the PT and EPC contractors related to overall regulatory compliance and E&R performance as required by applicable host-country regulatory requirements, project obligations and commitments, and/or loan agreements
Develop and ensure the proper implementation of effective EMP implementation/E&R performance monitoring procedures regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Coordinate EMP implementation/E&R performance monitoring activities regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters with Site Construction Managers and/or Supervisors
Provide assistance to the PT and EPC contractors regarding EMP implementation and E&R performance regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Conduct routine inspections/assessments of EPC Contractors' work sites regarding environmental, socioeconomic, and/or health matters
Investigate, record, and report identified E&R compliance initiatives and non-compliance situations regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Ensure the proper and timely completion and submission of EMP implementation/E&R performance monitoring/reporting forms and documents regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Prepare project/internal E&R and regulatory compliance stewardship reports regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters, as well as external reports required to satisfy Government or Lender requirements/requests
Coordinate the activities of environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health technical experts hired to undertake specific E&R-related tasks
Assist the PT, as appropriate, regarding special tasks, studies and reports related to overall E&R topics and regulatory compliance requirements regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Oversee communications/the flow of information between field locations and the Project SHE Manager regarding environmental, socioeconomic, and/or health matters
Coordinate and participate in project worker and PT E&R performance/EMP implementation-related and other environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters training/awareness sessions
Job Requirements
Applicants must possess a University degree in Natural or Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Social Sciences (e.g., anthropology, sociology), Engineering or some other technical field related to E&R management regarding environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health matters
Candidates should have relevant experience regarding the environmental and/or socioeconomic and/or health field(s) preferably related to a construction or extractive industry project
Knowledge of external project financing desirable
Knowledge of (specific country) regulations desirable
Excellent English speaking and writing skills required
Familiarity with the predominant in-country language(s) is desirable
Candidates should have good interpersonal skills, some supervisory/organizational talents, and proven ability to work in a positive team manner
This is a job level 1 position: 1 to 10 years of related experience is required
Business / Operations / SHE:
Provide overall Environmental and regulatory support
Provide support in managing EIA, EERs and Seabed Survey
Participate in statutory environmental and regulatory audits for UN facilities
Review various projects and technical documents (including environmental compliance / monitoring studies and reports) to ensure adequacy with respect to environmental requirements
Provide technical environmental / regulatory support in securing permits and licenses for UN
Regulatory Database maintenance support
Steward Environmental Management Plan development and implementation for facilities/operations
Provide Waste Management support, Chemical Inventory stewardship and reporting
Support the Environmental Business Planning (EBP) process
UN Environmental Incident investigation & trending, Progressing Environmental Incidents on Impact
Spill Notification/Documentation support for Post Impact Studies
Environmental Contracts Management through procurement
OIMS 6-5 (Env. Management) / OIMS System 4-2 (Compliance with Laws Regulations and Permits) support
Provide support in progressing FCPA and other corporate requirements
Liaise with Government Agencies – DPR, NAPIMS, FMENV and State EPAs and NGOs
Assist in stewardship reporting to MPN, Corporate and Regulatory Agencies (this includes annual chemical inventory, waste release inventory )
Provide support for SHE input to ALBPs
Participate in reporting and analyzing EPI
Oil/Chemical spill, Spill reporting to regulatory bodies, conduct initial incident site assessment to determine possible impact on environment, etc.
Knowledge / Experience / Business Accomplishments Required
University degree in Science
Good knowledge of Upstream Oil and Gas business, Nigerian Laws & Regulations that impact company business, familiar with Nigerian Environmental Laws and Regulations and those of other jurisdiction e.g. USA, UK, etc
Knowledge of Environmental issues and Environmental permit requirements
Effective Communication skill and interpersonal skills
Application Closing Date
24th September, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online