WAPDA Jobs — Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Expert for Warsak HEP Rehabilitation | Lahore

WADA Lahore Jobs 2025 – Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Expert — Warsak Hydroelectric Project (Rehabilitation)

Contract — Water & Power Development Authority (WAPDA) — Project-based (1 year, Lahore/Warsak / KPK fieldwork)

WAPDA is hiring an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Expert for the Warsak Hydroelectric Power Station — Rehabilitation & Station 2 project, stationed at Lahore (WAPDA House) with field deployments to Warsak, KPK on a contract (1 year, extendable). The role leads ESMP/H&S implementation—site audits, training, incident investigations, and compliance reporting—across rehabilitation works. Applicants need a BS (Hons) in Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering (HEC) plus NEBOSH (or equivalent) and 7+ years’ EHS experience on large infrastructure/power projects; hydropower/donor-funded exposure preferred, with Pashto/KPK domicile an advantage. Lump-sum package: Rs. 200,000/month (inclusive); apply within 15 days of the advertisement, citing “EHS Expert — Warsak HEP Rehabilitation.”

Position Summary (table) 🧾

Core Duties & Responsibilities — What you will do 🛠️

• Lead implementation of the EHS / ESMP for the Warsak rehabilitation project, ensuring compliance with WAPDA, Pakistani law and donor standards.
• Prepare, update and implement site-specific H&S plans, SOPs, checklists and risk assessments.
• Conduct routine site inspections, audits, toolbox talks and enforce corrective actions.
• Organize and deliver EHS training programs for contractors, supervisors and project staff (incl. emergency response drills).
• Investigate incidents, near-misses and workplace accidents; prepare detailed root-cause analysis and recommendations.
• Monitor air, water and waste management controls, and advise on mitigation measures for construction impacts.
• Maintain EHS records, training logs, non-conformance reports and weekly/monthly compliance reports for project management and donors.
• Coordinate with contractors, local authorities, communities and WAPDA’s safeguards unit to ensure timely remediation and stakeholder communication.
• Integrate lessons learned into the project’s EHS management system and support continuous improvement.

Documents Required — Application checklist 📎

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (contact details, clear chronology of relevant roles).
• Copies of degree(s) and academic transcripts (HEC-recognized). If foreign degree, attach HEC equivalence.
• NEBOSH / EHS certification copy and any professional registrations.
• Experience certificates / appointment letters detailing duties, employer contact and dates.
• CNIC copy and domicile certificate (if available).
• Two professional references (name, designation, phone / email).
• Any EHS reports, training materials or sample deliverables (optional, up to 3 attachments).
• Subject line or cover note should clearly state: “Application — EHS Expert, Warsak HEP Rehabilitation”.

How to Apply — Submission Process 📨

By post / courier / in-person: Submit application package (CV, certificates, experience letters and a cover letter) to:
Director (Recruitment)
B-26, WAPDA House, Lahore.
Phone: 042-99200483.

Or by email (if advertised as acceptable): Attach PDF files and send to the official recruitment email indicated in the advertisement (confirm from the official WAPDA careers page). Use the cover subject: “EHS Expert — Warsak HEP Rehab — Application”.

FAQs — practical applicant questions ✅

1. Do I need NEBOSH specifically, or will other EHS certificates be accepted?
   NEBOSH or an internationally recognized equivalent is required. If you have another certificate, show equivalence and relevant coursework/experience.
2. Is field accommodation provided for deployments at Warsak?
   Field logistics vary by project. Typically contractors and PIU arrange temporary accommodation; confirm terms during the interview/offer stage.
3. Can candidates outside Pakistan apply?
   Yes, but candidates must have valid documentation and be able to travel for on-site duties; local candidates with KPK domicile are preferred.
4. Is the monthly package negotiable?
   The advertised lump sum is the published package; any variation would be determined by WAPDA during negotiation for exceptional cases.
5. Will contractors be required to sign a bond?
   Standard contract terms will apply — details shared with shortlisted candidates during offer stage.