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.