Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Reviewing site plans and preparing or checking the design of liners, leachate collection and drainage systems that keep waste and liquids contained.
Checking that landfill design and construction match approved plans and the conditions set in environmental clearances before waste is placed.
Monitoring groundwater, leachate and landfill gas through sampling wells, monitoring points and gas probes, and recording the results.
Supervising compaction, daily soil cover and the order in which waste cells are filled, to reduce odour, fire risk and uneven settlement.
Designing or managing landfill gas capture and flaring systems, and assessing whether gas can be used for energy.
Planning site closure, including the final cap, slope stability and drainage, and the long-term monitoring that follows.
Writing reports for pollution control boards and municipal bodies, and coordinating with contractors, site operators and safety teams.
