PWRD Assam Multi-Post Recruitment 2026

PWRD Assam is hiring 7 technical experts for the Assam Disaster Resilient Hill Roads Development Project (ADRHRDP). The open roles are Environment Expert, Social Expert, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Expert, and Biodiversity Specialist. If you have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in the relevant field with 5-8 years of experience, you can apply by email. The last date to apply is 31 August 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 per month on a consolidated basis, and postings are at Haflong, Maibang and Guwahati.

Public Works Roads Department (PWRD) Assam Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 - 7 Posts

The Public Works Roads Department (PWRD), Assam has released a notification for 7 contractual positions under the ADRHRDP, a World Bank-supported project to build disaster-resilient roads across the hill terrain of Assam. These expert roles will support environmental, social and safety compliance across the project's road corridors, working alongside engineers and contractors on-site. Postings are split between Haflong, Maibang, and the Project Management Unit (PMU) in Guwahati. These are consultancy-style project roles, not permanent government jobs - they are engaged initially for 11 months with a possible extension for the duration of the project. Professionals with a background in environment, social science, occupational safety, or biodiversity conservation should apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

Who Can Apply?

Environment Expert (2 posts, Rs. 80,000/month):

• You need a Master's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Biodiversity Conservation, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably on linear infrastructure projects like roads, highways, bridges, tunnels, hill roads, and drainage improvement.
• Experience with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) and EHS Guidelines is required, along with experience in environmental assessments, ESMPs and contractor environmental compliance monitoring.
• Fluency in Assamese and English is mandatory, along with working knowledge of local Assam dialects and GIS/remote-sensing tools.

Social Expert (2 posts, Rs. 80,000/month):

• You need a Master's degree in Sociology, Anthropology, or Social Work.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the social sector.
• Working knowledge of the Dimasa language is required, along with fluency in Assamese and English.
• You will handle social risk management, stakeholder engagement, grievance redressal, land acquisition and resettlement work for the project.

OHS Expert (2 posts, Rs. 80,000/month):

• You need a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Safety, or Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management. A Master's degree in Occupational Health & Safety is preferred, and a NEBOSH certification can also be considered.
• At least 8 years of experience in construction or linear infrastructure projects such as roads, highways, bridges, tunnels and hill roads.
• You should have practical knowledge of hill-road safety risks like slope cutting, landslides, rockfalls and monsoon-related hazards, and experience with safety inspections, incident investigation and PPE compliance.

Biodiversity Specialist (1 post, Rs. 1,00,000/month):

• You need a Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Wildlife Management, or Biodiversity Conservation.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in biodiversity assessment, conservation planning, or monitoring.
• Experience with World Bank ESF and multilateral development bank projects is required, along with a strong understanding of critical habitat assessment and biodiversity offset strategies.

Age Limit

• You should be below 55 years of age as on 1 August 2026.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 80,000 for the Environment Expert, Social Expert, and OHS Expert posts.
• The Biodiversity Specialist post pays Rs. 1,00,000 per month (consolidated).
• These are consolidated contractual payments, with no separate DA/HRA mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Application Screening and Shortlisting: Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for their chosen post will be shortlisted.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date and venue by email and phone. The schedule will also be published on the APWRD e-portal.

How to Apply

You can apply for these posts only by email - there is no online portal or offline postal submission for this recruitment. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the official portal at apwd.assam.gov.in.
2. Open the "Documents Notification" section.
3. Download the prescribed application form and the Terms of Reference (ToR) for your chosen post.
4. Fill in the application form carefully, checking the qualification and experience requirements for your post.
5. Attach self-attested certificates, testimonials, and the signed ToR. Keep your full application package under 20 pages (form max 8 pages, certificates max 12 pages) - applications without self-attested certificates may be rejected.
6. Email your completed application to as-ce.adrhardp@assam.gov.in on or before 31 August 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by Email): 31 August 2026
• Interview Date: To be notified

• Conduct environmental and social impact assessments for hill road construction sites
• Monitor contractor compliance with World Bank ESF and EHS guidelines
• Prepare and review Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) for the project corridors
• Manage stakeholder engagement, grievance redressal, and resettlement activities
• Inspect construction sites for occupational health and safety risks, including slope and landslide hazards
• Assess biodiversity impacts and implement conservation and offset strategies
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for submission to the PMU, PWRD
• Coordinate with project engineers and local communities across Haflong, Maibang, and Guwahati