BENELLY CHETTY

Lead environmental permitting processes and authorization applications, ensuring compliance with NEMA and EIA Regulations for diverse projects.

Manage the full lifecycle of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports and Environmental Management Programmes (EMPrs), from drafting to review and delivery.

Oversee and develop environmental permitting requirements, including Water Use Licenses (WUL), Atmospheric Emission Licenses (AEL), Waste Management Licenses (WML), and biodiversity permits, providing project assurance pre-construction.

Drive new business development initiatives and product/service innovation, specifically targeting EIA and environmental permitting consulting, to expand market reach.

Provide strategic input into company-wide assessments and evaluations, contributing to the development and updating of environmental strategies.

Manage external third-party consultants, ensuring efficient delivery of specialist environmental services and adherence to project requirements.

Mentor and train junior interns, fostering professional growth and knowledge transfer within the environmental team.

Cultivate client relationships and execute networking strategies to expand market presence and secure new business opportunities.

Continuously review and update company procedures and reporting formats, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with industry best practices.

Collaborated with the Group's Environmental Manager to integrate environmental specifications into tender submissions, enhancing compliance.

Conducted site-specific internal Environmental Compliance Audits, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring regulatory adherence.

Audited construction sites against legal requirements and ISO14001 standards using IMS checklists, ensuring environmental best practices.

Provided environmental support to all sites, addressing concerns and resolving issues to maintain compliance and stakeholder satisfaction.

Managed executive calendars and schedules, coordinating appointments, meetings, and events to optimize the CEO's time and enhance productivity.

Organized and executed comprehensive travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and transportation, ensuring seamless and efficient executive travel.

Streamlined communication flow for the executive, handling emails, phone calls, and correspondence, improving response times and directing inquiries effectively.

Coordinated all aspects of meetings, from setting agendas and preparing materials to documenting minutes and tracking action items, ensuring timely follow-up.

Supported the CEO on critical special projects, leveraging technical expertise and administrative coordination to advance key initiatives.

Provided extensive administrative support, including meticulous filing, record-keeping, and office organization, enhancing operational efficiency.

Provided personal assistant support to the director, managing general administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and reception duties.

Maintained accurate records and documentation for projects, contracts, permits, and regulatory compliance, ensuring easy retrieval and reference.

Managed client accounts, including creating quotes, setting up new accounts, and processing invoices, contributing to efficient financial operations.

Assisted in the accurate and timely distribution of employees' wages, ensuring payroll efficiency.