Environmental, Social, and Governance (EPC) Officer at a Leading Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) Company - Roberts Walters

Robert Walters - Our client, a Leading Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) Company is recruiting to fill the position below: 

Job Title: Environmental, Social, and Governance (EPC) Officer

Job Reference: C50CKC-B0BD05A9
Location: Lagos
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Mining, Engineering & Operations
Focus: Engineering - Chemical
Industry: Engineering

Job Summary

• The ESG Officer is to drive sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with ESG standards within the organization.

Job Responsibilities
ESG Strategy Development & Implementation:

• Develop and implement the company’s ESG strategy in line with global best practices and industry-specific requirements.
• Identify and prioritize key ESG risks and opportunities for the business.
• Set measurable ESG targets and track progress to meet environmental, social, and governance goals.

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability Initiatives:

• Ensure the company complies with all relevant environmental laws and regulations, particularly those governing waste management, emissions, energy use, and resource conservation.
• Drive sustainability initiatives such as reducing carbon footprint, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing waste reduction and recycling programs within the company’s operations.
• Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to integrate sustainability principles into product design and manufacturing processes.

Social Responsibility & Community Engagement:

• Develop and implement strategies to foster positive relationships with local communities, ensuring the company is seen as a responsible corporate citizen.
• Address and resolve social issues, including worker welfare, health and safety, and community relations, especially in locations where the company operates.
• Engage with community stakeholders to identify and implement projects that benefit local communities and support sustainable development.

Governance & Reporting:

• Ensure the company adheres to governance standards and ethical business practices.
• Develop and maintain ESG reporting frameworks, providing transparent, accurate reports to internal and external stakeholders (investors, regulators, partners).
• Coordinate with the compliance and legal departments to ensure adherence to international ESG standards and Nigerian regulations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the primary point of contact for all ESG-related inquiries, both internally and externally.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote ESG awareness and best practices across the organization.
• Liaise with government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and industry bodies to stay informed of the latest ESG developments and to build partnerships for sustainable development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 + years of experience in an ESG, sustainability, or corporate social responsibility role, preferably within the engineering, manufacturing, or industrial sector.
• Strong understanding of local and international ESG regulations, standards, and reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD).

Salary
Negotiable.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: 
Click here to apply online