Environmental Engineer – Oil & Gas

Position Overview

The Environmental Engineer will lead and support environmental initiatives, ensuring compliance with UAE and international environmental regulations within oil and gas operations. This role involves managing environmental permitting, compliance monitoring, impact assessments, and sustainability programs to help the organization maintain the highest environmental performance standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental permitting processes covering air emissions, wastewater, waste management, and spill prevention across oil & gas projects.
• Conduct or oversee Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental Baseline Studies, and Environmental Management Plans (EMP) for both greenfield and brownfield facilities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Environmental Management Systems (EMS) in compliance with ISO 14001 and other applicable standards.
• Set and monitor environmental KPIs to track compliance and continuous improvement in sustainability performance.
• Respond to environmental incidents, lead root-cause analyses, and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and project teams to integrate environmental management into all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with government regulators and local authorities to ensure full adherence to UAE environmental laws and international best practices.
• Conduct training programs, awareness sessions, and workshops to enhance environmental knowledge across teams.
• Manage environmental data collection, reporting, and audits to maintain transparency and compliance.
• Support sustainability initiatives, including carbon footprint reduction, waste minimization, and resource efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in oil & gas or petrochemical industries, focusing on environmental compliance, EIA/EMP development, waste management, and pollution control.
• Proven knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Strong familiarity with UAE environmental laws, ADNOC environmental guidelines, and international standards.
• Experience working with regulatory authorities for permitting and environmental reporting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and environmental management software tools.
• Ability to work in remote project sites (Ruwais) and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

Core Skills and Competencies

• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) & Environmental Management Plans (EMP).
• Waste, water, and air quality management in oil & gas operations.
• Spill control, pollution prevention, and remediation planning.
• ISO 14001 EMS implementation and auditing.
• Familiarity with ADNOC HSE codes of practice and UAE regulations.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational excellence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement.
• Ethical, compliant, and proactive mindset in environmental protection.

Why Join Bright Accord General Contracting?

• Opportunity to work on prestigious oil & gas projects in Ruwais and across the UAE.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including housing, transport, and meals.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company that values sustainability, innovation, and employee development.
• Work in a culture that promotes safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship.
• Excellent career growth opportunities within a respected UAE contracting organization.

How to Apply

If you meet the above qualifications and are passionate about environmental excellence in the oil & gas sector, please send your updated CV. Please mention “Environmental Engineer – Oil & Gas” in the subject line.

Overview

BAGC’s focus is on projects that would bring added value to the company and the industry. With this in mind, the staff of experienced and qualified personnel has been built and is capable of handling various construction sites of various sizes and disciplines.

BAGC’s team offers diverse experience in high rise buildings, compounds, villas, infrastructure, and industrial projects. Our staff members are guided by a hands-on approach in implementing their duties and by deep involvement in their tasks.