Environmental Permits and Compliance Specialist

Role Summary

Ensure the timely obtaining and management of environmental and operational permits for the plants, guaranteeing regulatory compliance and operational business continuity.

Lead and execute the management strategy, regularization and obtaining of environmental and operational permits applicable to the company's plants.

Prepare, review and present the technical and legal documentation required for permit applications before regulatory authorities (SEA, Seremis, SMA and sectoral organizations).

Coordinate and consolidate technical information from the various areas involved.

Act as the main point of contact with authorities and regulatory bodies, managing observations, requirements and monitoring of files.

Supervise and coordinate the work of external consultants associated with permits.

Ensure continuous compliance with the conditions established in current permits, throughout the operational cycle of the plants.

Keep the applicable environmental and EHS regulatory framework updated, identifying regulatory changes and defining action plans for their implementation.

Support regulatory preparation of expansion projects and masterplans, anticipating requirements and risks associated with critical permits.

Permanent monitoring of potential legal, operational, security, environmental and reputational risks associated with regulatory non-compliance and action plans.

Requirements

• Minimum experience of 5 years in sector permits.
• Experience in health permits (waste and hazardous substances), environmental management, technical qualification and urban planning permits.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, risk prevention, occupational health and urban planning regulations.
• Availability to move to the region sporadically.
• Class B license and own mobilization.
• Intermediate English desirable.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, in line with local market standards and the specific scope and responsibilities of each position. Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

About the Company

Sika is a specialist chemical company with a global leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, cushioning, reinforcing and protecting in the construction and automotive sectors. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in more than 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers around the world. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and automotive industries towards greater environmental compatibility. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated sales of 11.2 billion Swiss francs in 2023.