Environmental Compliance Inspector

Aliases: Quality Control Inspector, Compliance Specialist

Industry/Sector(s): Environmental Science

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks an Environmental Compliance Inspector is expected to perform include:

Inspecting and investigating sources of pollution to protect the public and environment, and ensuring conformance with central, state and local regulations and ordinances
Inspecting solid waste disposal and treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities or other water courses or sites for conformance with regulations
Inspecting establishments to ensure that handling, storage and disposal of fertilizers, pesticides and other hazardous chemicals conform with regulations
Conducting field tests and collecting samples for laboratory analysis
Examining permits, licenses, applications and recording and documenting to ensure compliance with licensing requirements
Assisting in development of spill prevention programmes and hazardous waste rules and regulations, and recommending corrective action in the event of a hazardous spill
Preparing, organizing and maintaining records to document activities, recommend action, provide reference materials and prepare technical and evidentiary reports
Studying laws and statutes to determine nature of code violation and type of action to be taken
Advising individuals and groups concerning pollution control regulations, inspection and investigation findings, and encouraging voluntary action to correct problems

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is a field and desk job
Need to handle a team of Environment Engineers
Travelling is part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL) and People with One Arm (OA)

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ⁴

Preferably, MBA

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Proficient in choosing the places from which to gather the required samples and information
In depth knowledge of laws related to pollution control and waste management
Detailed knowledge of legal code of conduct to be followed by manufacturing units and laboratories
In depth knowledge related to various diseases and harmful effects of pollutants
Ability to analyse, interpret and present the results to the concerned authorities
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness or performance of procedures, interventions and programmes.
Proficient in advising the client in terms of corrective measures to be taken in case of any irregularities in the processes

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Good communication skills
Time management skills
Decision-making skills

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Institutes offering MBA across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ³

Environmental Science Technician → Environmental Science Engineer → Environmental Science Health and Safety Officer → Environmental Compliance Inspector → Project Officer → Environment Research Scientist

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For candidates with experience – Rs 80,000 to Rs 1,00,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ⁴

Generally, 8-12 years of experience is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁴

Central Pollution Control Board (State Government)
Testing laboratories
Scientific and technical consulting services
Petrochemical industries
Hydro-chemical industries
NGOs working for health and safety of public
Organizations involved in research and innovation

KEYWORDS

Quality Control Officer
Compliance Inspector

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	3257.0400	Environmental Compliance Inspector
ISCO 2008	3257	Environmental and Occupational Health Inspectors and Associates
NIC 2008	39000	Remediation activities and other waste management services
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupation Division 3
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/
3	https://www.dgt.gov.in/
4	https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Compliance-Specialist-Bangalore-India-Careermark-TALENT-search-cell-EXCLUSIVELY-for-theapparel-industry-Bengaluru-Bangalore-8-to-12-years-250217003090?src=seo_srp&sid=14889948819570&xp=14&qp=environmental%20specialist&srcPage=s

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