Water Protection Officer

A water protection officer is essential for sustainable and safe corporate management and offers strategic advantages for companies that take environmental responsibility seriously and want to reduce their economic risks.

• monitoring compliance with regulations and ancillary provisions,
• optimising water protection measures,
• working towards the development and introduction of internal processes to avoid or reduce wastewater volumes,
• advising on environmentally friendly production and suitable measures,
• preparing annual reports for the plant operator,
• carrying out clarifications and
• developing strategies to improve water protection measures, thus contributing to the economic stability of the company.

To fulfill the role effectively, a water protection officer needs sound knowledge of environmental laws and water protection. We at TÜV NORD offer recognised education and training courses to ensure that our officers are always up to date with the latest regulations.

Our water protection officers are also qualified in other areas such as immission control and dangerous goods, which increases their expertise and versatility.

The economic benefits of competent water management include the prevention of environmental pollution, optimisation of wastewater treatment and water consumption, cost reduction and improvement of the ecological balance.

Investing in qualified water protection officers is an investment in your company's future and increases its competitiveness and positive perception among customers and partners.

With the appropriate training and qualifications, such as those offered by TÜV NORD, companies can effectively fulfill their environmental responsibilities and achieve economic benefits.

The role of a water protection officer is governed by statutory regulations such as the Federal Water Act (WHG), the Ordinance on Installations for the Handling of Substances Hazardous to Water (AwSV) and the Wastewater Ordinance (AbwV), which vary depending on the type of installation.

A qualified water protection officer ensures compliance with the law, provides legal certainty and strengthens the company's image.