Environmental Specialist

Our client is a chemicals manufacturer and has a fantastic opportunity for an Environmental Engineer/Specialist at their production facility in Plaquemine, LA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct field inspections and report on compliance with plant environmental programs.

• Maintain information systems that identify chemical inventories and storage locations.

• Attend project meetings to communicate environmental standards and requirements.

• Implement spill prevention programs and waste management.

• Keeping informed of current and proposed regulations related to program areas assigned.

• Assist with emission testing and coordinate regulatory required sampling.

• Assist with preparation of air, water, and waste regulatory reports.

• Provide coordination with regulatory agencies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science or relevant field.

• A minimum of one to two years of experience in a similar role.

• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements.

• Aptitude to solve problems quickly.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with employees from all levels of the organization.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Powerpoint.

• Ability to learn/utilize new software systems.

• Must possess a TWIC or be eligible to obtain a TWIC.