Environmental Engineer (Technical Environmental Protection) | Ingenieurin bzw. Ingenieur (w/m/d) in der Abteilung Technischer Umweltschutz im Referat Umwelt
Stadtverwaltung Gelsenkirchen
Job Summary
This role is for an Environmental Engineer within the Technical Environmental Protection division, focusing on cross-media operational environmental protection. The successful candidate will be responsible for the technical assessment of building applications and the on-site monitoring of businesses. Day-to-day tasks include processing building applications and complaints related to water, waste, and immission control, conducting environmental inspections, and approving/monitoring indirect discharges. This position requires strong interdisciplinary knowledge in environmental technology and law, along with the ability to navigate administrative and legal regulations. The role demands reliable, flexible, and resilient professionals who can communicate effectively and demonstrate decisiveness when interacting with applicants, experts, authorities, and complainants. Physical resilience for field work and a Class B driving license are mandatory for this challenging, yet dynamic, public service position.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Diploma, Bachelor, or Master) in Technical Environmental Protection (e.g., Environmental Engineering, Environmental Technology and Resource Management, Construction Engineering, Supply and Disposal Technology, or comparable field)
Experience
- Professional experience in technical environmental protection (e.g., environmental engineering, construction engineering, supply and disposal technology)
- Experience applying relevant administrative regulations and legal requirements
- Experience conducting field work and environmental inspections
- Experience interacting and communicating with stakeholders (applicants, experts, authorities)
Languages
Additional
- Class B driving license (required for field duties); Physical resilience for field work in operational environments and terrain (may require medical certification); Willingness to participate in on-call duty outside of regular service hours (approx. 2-3 times per year, 1 week each); Social and intercultural competencies required.
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