Environmental Officer

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACCIONA, in its Construction Business, is looking to hire an Environmental Officer for its Malolos to Clark Railway Project in Clark, Pampanga.

The Environmental Officer shall also serve as one of the Project’s Pollution Control Officers (PCOs), with duties and responsibilities in accordance with DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 2014-02, or the Revised Guidelines for Pollution Control Officers.

Together with the Managing Head, the Environmental Officer shall ensure compliance with the requirements of PD 1586, RA 6969, RA 8749, RA 9003, RA 9275, their respective implementing rules and regulations (IRRs), other applicable environmental laws and regulations, Clark Development Corporation Guidelines, and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS), as applicable to the Project.

The Environmental Officer shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct environmental inspections and site observations, document findings, prepare inspection reports, and monitor the completion and effectiveness of corrective and preventive measures.
• Conduct environmental orientations for newly hired employees, visitors, clients, stakeholders, and other relevant personnel entering or participating in Project activities.
• Conduct internal environmental training, awareness programs, and environmental emergency drills, as applicable.
• Coordinate with engineers, area managers, subcontractors, and other relevant Project personnel to ensure compliance with environmental laws, permit conditions, and the Project’s Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Prepare environmental audit reports, document findings, and monitor the implementation and closure of corrective actions arising from audits.
• Prepare and submit the required Self-Monitoring Reports (SMRs), Compliance Monitoring Reports (CMRs), Environmental Aspect Registers, Environmental Incident Reports, and other environmental reports as required by regulatory authorities, the Client, the Consultant, or Project management.
• Participate in public consultations and coordinate with private stakeholders, affected communities, and other relevant parties on environmental matters associated with the Project.
• Assist the Project team in assessing, developing, and implementing appropriate environmental protection and safety measures, method statements, management plans, and technical reports to meet applicable regulatory and Project requirements.
• Facilitate the application, renewal, and maintenance of environmental permits and clearances for air pollution source installations, wastewater treatment and discharge facilities, hazardous waste management facilities, and other permits required for Project construction and support operations.
• Collaborate with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) team in implementing the Project’s HSE Policy, participate in HSE committee meetings, and coordinate environmental matters that require joint HSE action.
• Monitor compliance with applicable environmental permit conditions, regulatory commitments, and environmental management requirements, and promptly report significant non-compliances or environmental incidents to the appropriate Project management personnel.
• Maintain and update environmental records, monitoring results, inspection checklists, permits, training records, and other supporting documents necessary to demonstrate compliance with regulatory and Project requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Environmental, Sanitary, Chemical, Industrial, Civil)
• Preferably DENR-EMB Accredited PCO. Preferably under Category B.
• Preferably with more than 2 years of experience as PCO.
• With competent knowledge on handling or monitoring wastewater.
• Knowledgeable with submission of Self-Monitoring Reports and Compliance Monitoring Reports.
• Knowledgeable about different environmental laws, which include but are not limited to PD1586. RA6969, RA9003,
• RA8749, RA9275. Knowledgeable of other regulations, standards, or requirements such as ADB and CDC.
• Knowledgeable in Environmental Management System/ISO14001
• Basic knowledge/Understanding of SDS & chemical handling
• Good communication skills - both verbal and written and attention to details
• Can start immediately

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2024 & 2025 certification in Philippines. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.