Environmental Permits Specialist

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Environmental Permits Specialist is in charge to support environmental compliance and permitting processes for infrastructure, industrial, and development projects in the Haifa-Nazareth region. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Israeli environmental regulations, permitting procedures, and environmental impact assessments (EIAs).

ORGANISATION

Organisation structure (job belongs to...)

RSY

Reports directly to:

RSY Engineering Manager

Network & Links

Internal

RSY Organization
EPC

External

Client
Public Organizations (ex. VATAL, Municipalities, Ministry of Transportation etc)
Consultants

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

Permit Management:

Prepare, submit, and track environmental permit applications in accordance with Israeli Ministry of Environmental Protection (MoEP) regulations.
Liaise with regulatory authorities, including MoEP, local municipalities, and planning committees.
Ensure timely renewals and updates of existing permits.

Environmental Compliance:

Monitor project activities to ensure compliance with environmental laws and permit conditions.
Conduct site inspections and audits to assess environmental performance.
Maintain documentation and records for audits and regulatory reviews.

Environmental Assessments:

Support or lead the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and other required studies.
Coordinate with consultants and technical experts to gather data and prepare reports.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Communicate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders regarding environmental requirements.
Participate in public hearings or consultations when required.

Reporting:

Prepare environmental reports, compliance summaries, and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
Track and report on environmental KPIs and permit milestones.

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.

Desirable:

Solid understanding of railway infrastructure

Experience

Mandatory:

Minimum 5 years experience of environmental permits, and regulatory compliance in railway or linear infrastructure projects
Familiarity with Israeli environmental laws
Experience with EIAs and working with government agencies.

Desirable:

Solid understanding of railway infrastructure

Competencies & Skills

Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work night shifts, weekends, or under tight deadlines during convoy operations.
Fluency in Hebrew and English both written and spoken.
Valid driving license preferred.

We are looking for candidates who are able to work on-site in Northern Israel