Pollution Advisor

Description

Summary: We are seeking an engaged pollution advisor with solid expertise in environmental management for diverse tasks in Arctic environments, involving close collaboration and knowledge sharing. Highlights: 1. Diverse tasks related to waste management, wastewater, soil contamination, and emission permits 2. Work in small teams with close collaboration and continuous knowledge sharing 3. An engaged, interdisciplinary professional environment and a unique daily work experience in the Arctic Governor of Svalbard Vei 309\-6, 9171 Longyearbyen About the position Position title Pollution Advisor Employment type Permanent, full-time (100%) Number of positions 1 Working language Norwegian Application deadline: Friday, 8\. May About the position We are looking for a candidate with solid professional competence and commitment to environmental management, as well as interest in broadly addressing pollution-related tasks in Arctic environments. The work is varied and includes tasks related to waste management, wastewater, soil contamination, industry, emission permits, and supervision. You will be closely involved with enterprises and activities central to Longyearbyen and other parts of Svalbard. At our office, we work in small teams with close collaboration and continuous knowledge sharing. Our working environment is characterized by openness, camaraderie, and a shared understanding of our societal mission. This may mean that you are expected to contribute beyond your core professional responsibilities. The workplace is Longyearbyen. Job responsibilities As a pollution advisor, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, which may change according to needs: process cases under the Svalbard Environmental Protection Act and related regulations concerning pollution and waste conduct supervision of enterprises and other stakeholders process applications for permits, set conditions, and follow up compliance with applicable pollution legislation provide expert guidance to local authorities, enterprises, and residents cooperate with the Norwegian Environment Agency and other national and local agencies contribute to work on acute pollution incidents and emergency preparedness tasks assist in coordinating and carrying out cleanup operations for littering and pollution participate, as needed, in other subject areas within the Environmental Protection Department, including case handling maintain updated professional systems for Pollution and Soil Contamination contribute to the department’s and the Governor’s ongoing improvement efforts Qualifications We seek a candidate with solid competence and experience relevant to the content and responsibilities of this position. You must meet the following qualifications: a master’s degree, preferably in pollution science, chemistry, biology, geology, or a related field. Several years of relevant experience may compensate for part of the educational requirement. relevant experience from public administration good written and oral communication skills in Norwegian and English **It is an advantage if you also have:** overview of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, use of enforcement tools, and understanding of authority roles supervisory experience knowledge of and experience using GIS software Personal qualities **To succeed and thrive in this role, we are looking for someone who:** works independently and systematically is flexible and solution-oriented has strong collaborative skills has good ability to communicate clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing Personal suitability will be given particular weight. What we offer if you join us At the Governor of Svalbard, you will get an exciting position with responsibility and excellent colleagues. In addition, we offer: the position is remunerated as an advisor at a salary range of NOK 650,000–730,000 or as a senior advisor at a salary range of NOK 720,000–780,000 **Arctic allowance:** NOK 124 per day reduced tax and fees on Svalbard (17.7 % total) free housing, car, and travel upon arrival and departure, plus vacation travel in accordance with regulations membership in the State Pension Fund flexible working hours, exercise opportunities during working hours, and favorable working conditions an engaged, interdisciplinary professional environment and a unique daily work experience in Longyearbyen and the Arctic How to apply Register a comprehensive CV and upload relevant diplomas and certificates in our recruitment portal. Applicant information may be made public even if an exemption has been requested. You will be notified if your request is not granted. Contact persons for this position Kathrine Helen Sundeng Senior Pollution Advisor \+47 901 66 538 KathrineHelen.Sundeng@sysselmesteren.no Torild Jørgensen Head of Environmental Protection \+47 959 19 679 Torild.Jorgensen@sysselmesteren.no About the organization The Governor of Svalbard is the Norwegian government’s highest representative on Svalbard and fulfills both state administrative and police functions. The organization comprises the Environmental Protection Department, the Police Department, the Administration Department, and the Staff Unit — approximately 50 employees in fixed-term positions in total. We operate in a work environment where proximity among professional groups, short decision-making lines, and a strong sense of community shape everyday life. Professional discussions, sharing, and shared responsibility are natural elements of our working methods. The Governor’s administrative building is located in Longyearbyen, a modern local community in Arctic surroundings offering good cultural and leisure opportunities, albeit with certain challenges due to physical conditions far north. Svalbard is not a life-cycle community, and some services are more limited than on mainland Norway. Nature offers great opportunities for experiences, outdoor recreation, and exploration — both nearby and across the Arctic wilderness. Sector Public Advertisement data Position number 907a92e5\-ba97\-4f53\-aca6\-59d1e429703d Last updated 17\. April 2026 Sourced from jobbnorge Reference 10291979