Environmental Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental management company is seeking a specialist to manage hazardous materials. This role involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, conducting in-house analyses, and responding to emergency situations. Candidates should have a strong background in chemistry and significant experience in hazardous materials management, alongside offering comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Profit Sharing

Holiday pay

Annual performance evaluations and bonuses

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of environmental laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Background in chemistry related to hazardous materials/waste.
• Initial and annual refresher training in hazardous waste management (RCRA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of hazardous materials from identification to disposal.
• Conduct quarterly sampling of WWTP effluent to ensure compliance.
• Respond to emergency calls and maintain inventory of response equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations

Background in chemistry

Emergency response management

Education

5+ years applicable work experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of hazardous/hazmat materials from start to finish, including identifying hazardous waste, packaging, preparing shipping documents, and arranging for disposal.
• Gather samples from various projects for analysis in-house and with a state-certified laboratory.
• Perform all in-house analysis for samples at our WWTP facility, including API, flash point, spectrometry, treatability, and water content.
• Conduct quarterly sampling of WWTP effluent to ensure compliance with permits.
• Maintain all Oil Spill Response contracts with facilities in the Hampton Roads area.
• Respond to emergency response calls as needed, providing detailed reports including manhours, equipment, and timelines.
• Manage inventory of response equipment at the facility.
• Update USCG Sector manuals annually, submit for approval, document approvals, and create new manuals as needed.
• Compile BOA reports for USCG response jobs.

Required Experience/Education

• Maintain a valid State Driver's License.
• Pass background screenings for badges such as TWIC, DBIDS, etc.
• 5+ years of applicable work experience.
• Extensive knowledge of environmental laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Background in chemistry related to hazardous materials/waste.
• Initial and annual refresher training in hazardous waste management (RCRA).
• Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems and auditing requirements.

Additional Experience/Education

• 40-hour HAZWOPER training and annual 8-hour refresher.
• U.S. DOT Hazardous Materials Training.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Legal Resources.
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Profit Sharing.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick leave.
• Holiday pay.
• Annual performance evaluations and bonuses.