Pollution Control Officer (10-months Contract)

ib vogt is firmly committed to supporting the decarbonisation of the global electricity sector. The company focuses on the global development of turnkey PV plants and battery storage projects as well as the expansion of its IPP portfolio. In these areas, the company performs all integral services of the value chain from development, financing, and EPC, to O&M and asset management.

Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, ib vogt has established various offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa as part of its presence in over 40 countries. The company works together with numerous partners globally, augmenting its in-house team of over 900 staff. ib vogt has built or has in construction more than 4 GW of PV power plants globally with a project pipeline of more than 60 GWp.

Job Location: Ajuy, Iloilo, Philippines

Employement Type: Fixed Term Contract - 10 months (Extendable)

Job Summary

The Pollution Control Officer ensures the project meets all local, national, and environmental 

regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with local and national environmental regulations, specifically in air, water, and noise pollution control. 
• Coordinate with the Company E&S Manager in conducting environmental impact assessments and audits by a third party and/or local authorities to identify potential risks and areas for improvement, including environmental compliance requirements.
• Prepare and submit required environmental reports and permits to regulatory authorities.
• Develop and implement pollution control strategies and action plans to minimize environmental impact.
• Implement regular monitoring emissions, effluent, and waste management systems to ensure they are within regulatory limits. 
• Provide training to staff on environmental policies and pollution control measures. 
• Promote awareness on waste minimization, energy conservation, and eco-friendly practices.
• Investigate and respond to environmental incidents or violations, implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinate in developing and maintaining emergency response procedures for environmental hazards with the Company E&S Manager.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and all stakeholders to ensure strict compliance and proper monitoring of Environment Management Plan.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or Electrical Engineering.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc)
• Knowledgeable of Philippine Environmental Laws and Regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act, Clean 
• Water Act, etc), including permitting process and requirements for discharge permit, emmission testing, as well compliances with ECC conditions.
• Technically knowledgeable and competent in pollution control, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Environmental monitoring and reporting skills including familiarity with the reporting process and requirements with DENR-EMB.
• Experience in pollution prevention and waste management.
• Must be a certified Pollution Control Officer with completed 40-hour Basic PCO training 

course.
• Basic Occupational Safety and Health (BOSH) and Construction Occupational Safety and 

Health (COSH) certifications an added advantage
• English, and Ilonggo (local dialect)

What We Can Offer

• Dynamic and diverse work environment with colleagues from around the world.
• A truly international exposure.
• An open-minded and highly motivated team.
• Interesting and challenging tasks.
• Encourage both teamwork and personal responsibility.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal growth & experience.

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

 We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.