PCO / EHS Officer

About the role

The Pollution Control Officer (PCO) is responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, permits, and standards governing manufacturing operations. The position leads environmental management activities, monitors pollution control systems, coordinates regulatory compliance requirements, and serves as the primary liaison with government regulatory agencies. The PCO shall promote environmental sustainability, pollution prevention, waste management, resource conservation, and continuous improvement of the company's Environmental Management System (EMS).

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, permits, and government requirements
• Monitor compliance with environmental permits, licenses, and registrations
• Act as the company's official representative during environmental inspections and regulatory audits
• Prepare and submit required environmental reports and compliance documents
• Monitor the proper operation and effectiveness of pollution control facilities and equipment
• Ensure proper management of wastewater treatment systems, air emission controls, and waste storage facilities
• Investigate environmental incidents, spills, complaints, and non-compliance matters
• Supervise proper segregation, storage, handling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste, chemical waste, recyclable materials, and general industrial waste
• Conduct periodic environmental inspections and compliance monitoring
• Assist in implementing and maintaining ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in environmental compliance, manufacturing operations, or pollution control
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and wastewater treatment systems
• Technical competencies in Environmental Compliance Management, Wastewater Treatment Operations, Hazardous Waste Management, Environmental Monitoring, ISO 14001, Environmental Risk Assessment, and Sustainability Programs
• Attention to detail, regulatory compliance management, communication skills, problem solving, analytical thinking, and stakeholder coordination
• Accredited Pollution Control Officer certification is preferred
• Experience in FMCG, home care, personal care, chemical, or manufacturing industries is preferred