Environmental Permitting Specialist (f/m/d)

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Ransbach HQ Office Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted July 7, 2025
Job description
Environmental Permitting Specialist (f/m/d)

Location:

Ransbach HQ Office

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Location: Ransbach - Baumbach

The Specialist Sustainability will support the Director Sustainability and collaborates closely with the other Sustainability Specialists in managing environmental permitting (BImSchG, UVPG, WHG, BNatSchG, BBergG), coordinating recultivation, and ensuring compliance with German environmental legislation. The role includes close cooperation with local authorities and stakeholders as well as the proactive implementation of sustainability initiatives.


The tasks of the position include

  • Support, monitor and implement environmental and authorisation procedures (BImSchG, UVPG, WHG, BNatSchG, BBergG).
  • Coordinate recultivation measures and land rehabilitation projects.
  • Contribute to the administration and management of land and assets.
  • Implement corporate sustainability guidelines, regulations and strategies.
  • Engage with local communities, authorities and key stakeholders on environmental matters.
  • Develop and support initiatives to improve the company’s perception among the public and stakeholders.
  • Provide input for and implement global programs and KPIs. Work with the global Sustainability Team on projects and case studies.

About you:

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in environmental management, geography, mining, administrative law or comparable field.
  • Initial professional experience in sustainability, environmental protection or permitting desirable, motivated graduates will also be considered.
  • Interest and willingness to develop expertise in environmental and nature conservation law, mining law and permitting procedures.
  • Basic knowledge of GIS and reporting systems is an advantage.
  • Proficient in German and English (written and spoken).
  • Structured, organised and analytical way of working.
  • High level of commitment, flexibility, teamwork and willingness to travel.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Our offer:

  • Remuneration according to collective agreement
  • Open-ended contract
  • Christmas and holiday bonus
  • Capital-forming benefits
  • Friendly working atmosphere in a motivated team
  • Safe workplace
  • Hybrid working (2 days home office possible)
  • 30 days holiday
  • 38 hours/week

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.

How to Apply

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Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.

 

About this role

Summary

Support environmental permitting, coordinate land rehabilitation, ensure compliance, and engage stakeholders.

Job title

Environmental Permitting Specialist (f/m/d)

Experience level

motivated graduates or initial professional experience

Industry

materials

Location requirements

Ransbach HQ Office, hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

GermanEnglishpermitting proceduresenvironmental legislationcommunication

Preferred skills

GISreporting systems

Specializations

permittingsustainabilityland rehabilitationenvironmental legislation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

Hybrid