Environment Jobs in WAPDA – Water and Power Development Authority January 2026

Job Opportunity as Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Expert

WAPDA requires the services of a qualified and experienced professional as Environment, Health & Safety Expert for Warsak Hydroelectric Power Station 2nd Rehabilitation Project as per the following details:

Position Details

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification:

• BS (Hons) in Environmental Sciences / Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) from HEC recognized University along with NEBOSH International General Certificate

Experience:

• 05 years of relevant experience and minimum 03 years of experience in International Donor Funded Projects
• Preference will be given to Pukhto speaking candidate having KPK domicile

Tenure

The appointment will be on a contract basis initially for a period of 01 year with 06 months probation period extendable on satisfactory performance of the individual and requirement of the Organization till completion of the project.

Pay Package

Lump Sum Pay Package of Rs. 200,000/- per month (including all perks & privileges)

Mandate / Charter of Duties

• To assist Project management in fulfilling their responsibilities towards the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) / Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) plan
• To oversee ESMP/EHS compliance for rehabilitation works and existing facilities (Powerhouse, WAPDA Workshop)
• To conduct regular EHS risk assessments and audits for all project activities
• To identify potential EHS risks, implement mitigation measures and maintain a risk register
• To prepare, review and ensure timely submission of environmental and social monitoring reports on monthly, quarterly, bi-annually and annual basis to WAPDA management and donor agencies as per requirement
• To maintain comprehensive documentation of all EHS activities, including incident reports, audits, inspections and corrective actions
• To collaborate and coordinate with supervision consultants, contractors and WAPDA management on EHS matters
• To engage with donor agencies, local authorities and communities to address EHS concerns
• To develop and conduct EHS training programs for project staff and workers to enhance EHS awareness and compliance
• To conduct EHS awareness sessions and ensure personnel are informed about EHS policies and procedures
• To investigate EHS incidents, accidents and near-misses, determine root causes and implement corrective actions
• To integrate lessons learned into the project’s EHS management system to prevent future incidents

General Conditions & Instructions

• Prescribed application form is available on WAPDA’s website (https://www.wapda.gov.pk)
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview and no TA/DA will be admissible
• WAPDA is an equal opportunity employer
• Educational degrees must be from HEC recognized Universities / Concerned Boards duly verified
• Original documents must be presented by the candidates at the time of interview
• The candidates who have been weeded out or debarred from service on disciplinary ground as well as dismissed or removed from future employment are not eligible to apply
• The services on lump sum pay package shall not be regularized at any stage
• Applications carrying incomplete/incorrect information or received after last date of receipt shall be rejected. Any information found bogus at any stage during induction or later in service shall result in termination thereof
• WAPDA reserves the right to withdraw/cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason
• Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria specified above may submit their CV, attested copies of all educational/experience certificates, domicile certificate, CNIC and 02 recent passport size photographs to Director (Recruitment), B-26, WAPDA House, Lahore through courier/postal service within 15 days of publication of advertisement

Contact Information

For any information/query, candidates may email on [email protected] or contact +92-42-99200483

The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) is a statutory body established in 1958 under the WAPDA Act. It is responsible for the integrated and coordinated development of water resources and hydropower projects across Pakistan. WAPDA's primary mandate involves managing dams, barrages, and irrigation systems to enhance water availability for agriculture and generating electricity through hydropower projects to meet national energy demands.