Environmental Consultant - Auditor
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SLR is a global leader in environmental and sustainability advisory, helping clients achieve their sustainability and financing objectives. With over 100 offices across 13 countries, we work collaboratively across disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions on complex international projects.
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About The Company
SLR is a global leader in environmental and sustainability advisory, helping clients achieve their sustainability and financing objectives.
With over 100 offices across 13 countries, we work collaboratively across disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions on complex international projects.
Our Dubai office plays a key role in supporting lender-funded infrastructure, industrial and renewable energy projects across the Middle East, Africa and emerging markets.
At SLR, you’ll be part of a supportive, high-performing team working on impactful, internationally financed developments.
Job Purpose
We are seeking an Environmental & Social Auditor to support auditing, monitoring and reporting assignments for projects financed by international lenders (including EPFIs, DFIs and ECAs).
You will support and lead site-based audits of construction and operational facilities, reporting directly to lenders on compliance with ESAPs, IFC Performance Standards, and other international finance requirements.
The role combines technical audit delivery, client engagement, site inspections and structured reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct environmental and social compliance audits (construction & operations)
- Lead or support site inspections, document reviews, worker interviews and management meetings
- Evaluate compliance against IFC PS 1–8, WBG EHS Guidelines and lender ESAP commitments
- Prepare high-quality audit and monitoring reports for lender submission
- Support disbursement reviews (CPs/CSs) and compliance tracking
- Manage audit logistics, travel coordination and site access arrangements
- Maintain strong client relationships and support follow-on work opportunities
- Ensure H&S and security protocols are fully implemented during travel and site visits
What We Are Looking For
- BSc or Master’s degree in Environmental, Social or related discipline
- 3–6 years’ experience in E&S consultancy or auditing for internationally financed projects
- ISO 14001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent management systems auditing qualification)
- Strong knowledge of IFC Performance Standards and lender compliance frameworks
- Experience auditing industrial, infrastructure or renewable energy sites
- Experience assessing E&S management systems and ESAP implementation
- Excellent report writing and analytical skills
- Fluent English (Arabic or other regional languages advantageous)
- Willingness to travel internationally frequently
Why Join SLR?
- Work directly with international lenders and project sponsors
- Gain exposure to high-profile infrastructure and renewable energy developments
- Develop your expertise within a global sustainability advisory firm
- Thrive in a collaborative and flexible working culture
Technical And Behavioural Requirements
- Strong project management capability (planning, budgeting, scheduling)
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet strict lender reporting deadlines
- Excellent technical writing skills with attention to detail and clarity
- Confidence presenting audit findings to senior management and lender representatives
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage difficult conversations in a professional and objective manner
- Adaptable, proactive and solutions-driven approach
- High level of organisational discipline and time management
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to quality assurance, health & safety, and ethical standards
- *SLR’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered part of the recruitment process.
- We actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
- SLR is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity and inclusion.*
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