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