Description

A national chemicals company is seeking to appoint an Environmental Manager to oversee a high-risk production facility at one of its key locations in the New Orleans, LA area. The incumbent will lead their environmental compliance and permitting systems, programs and strategy. The successful candidate will need a strong understanding of environmental compliance programs, tasked with developing and maintaining site environmental procedures.

The Role:

• Oversee and manage all environmental compliance, reporting, permitting and certifications for the company; these include air permitting and reporting, spill prevention, hazardous waste, storm water and wastewater programs.
• Provide technical guidance and stay up to date on all relevant environmental standards and regulations that impact the organization, at federal, state and local level.
• Oversee and lead all environmental audits and collaborate with various stakeholders to implement corrective action plans, based on these findings.
• Act as liaison to local, state, and federal agencies and stakeholders.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental or Science/Engineering field is required.
• 5+ years in relatable Environmental roles.
• Extensive knowledge with Air Permitting and regulations, including experience with Title V permits.
• Strong understanding of Hazwaste, Wastewater, Stormwater regulation requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage others.
• 1+ years of managing a direct report.