Environment Advisor Pipeline

Requirements

Qualifications and experience required

• Minimum 10 years' environment management experience working in a supervisory role during construction phase, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Experience of ecological management; terrestrial flora and fauna.
• Professional environmental qualification at degree level minimum (e.g., Environmental Science).
• Previous experience of working in a culturally diverse site with adverse and sensitive environmental conditions whilst ensuring that the project adheres to the environment regulations and company requirements.
• Very good knowledge of environment impact assessment, management plans, and site monitoring techniques with strong focus on field ecological management.
• Knowledge of international environment legislation and standards, specifically ISO 14001 and International Finance Corporation (IFC).
• Familiarity with the national Iraqi regulatory framework and company referential framework (rules, specifications, guides) is an advantage.
• Experience of supervising and managing a team and contractors on site.

Additional requirements

• Good understanding of the construction activities associated with pipe and/or pipeline installation.
• Experience in the implementation of construction environment management plans and reviewing contractor plans and related documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, conducting training sessions, and engaging with stakeholders.
• Be able to manage personnel with different cultural backgrounds.
• Competent in quick and effective decision making and responding to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to proactively drive positive change and improvement initiatives.
• Be a role model to establish effective team working and have experience as a trainer and mentor.
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English. Spoken and written Arabic is an advantage.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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Terms & Conditions *Location: Basrah, Iraq Work scheme: Rotational 4x4 Start: December 2026 Duration:** 1 year, renewable