Chief Environmental Leader — Port Operations

APM Terminals Inland Services Pvt Ltd; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Terminals Pier 400 in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Head of Environmental to drive the terminal's environmental strategy, regulatory compliance programs, and sustainability initiatives. This senior role partners with terminal leadership and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and advance environmental performance.

The successful candidate will bring a strategic mindset, 10+ years of leadership in complex industrial settings, and deep expertise in environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field and 10+ years of leadership in complex industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of environmental compliance programs, regulatory requirements, and ISO 14001.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and driving cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the terminal's environmental strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead Environmental Management System implementation and regulatory compliance.
• Drive sustainability initiatives, decarbonization, and integration with operations.
• Build relationships with regulators, customers, and industry bodies.
• Lead incident investigations and environmental risk mitigation.
• Coach and develop a high-performing environmental team.

Skills

Environmental leadership

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ISO 14001

Job description

APM Terminals Pier 400 in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Head of Environmental to drive the terminal's environmental strategy, regulatory compliance programs, and sustainability initiatives. This senior role partners with terminal leadership and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and advance environmental performance.

The successful candidate will bring a strategic mindset, 10+ years of leadership in complex industrial settings, and deep expertise in environmental