Director of EHSS

IMTT; St. Rose (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

IMTT is seeking a Director of EHSS to lead the EHSS Department at the Avondale and St. Rose terminals in Louisiana. Responsible for safe, compliant execution of all activities and for regulatory alignment across facilities.

The role oversees programs, budgets, staff development, audits, permits, training, and emergency response, with strong leadership and collaboration across management teams to ensure operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an EHSS or engineering related field.
• Over ten years of EHSS experience with a track record of progressively increasing responsibility.
• Valid Driver's License.
• TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to IMTT's terminal locations.
• Strong leadership, management, supervisory and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence across organizational lines.
• Accreditation(s) from a well-established environmental, safety, or professional accreditation entity.
• Excellent math and communications skills.
• Previous experience in an industrial facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs, policies, and practices to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead EHSS programs to promote operational excellence and culture.
• Represent the company during regulatory audits, inquiries, and investigations.
• Develop and manage the Avondale and St. Rose EHSS budget.
• Develop and mentor staff for leadership and technical skills.
• Ensure compliance with air and water permits and oversee related activities.
• Oversee waste management and EHSS monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting.
• Manage the facility security plan as Facility Security Officer and the security department.
• Oversee EHSS training for facility personnel.
• Provide support to Operations and Maintenance on EHSS matters.
• Review new products or processes for safety hazards and permit implications.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in EHSS or engineering related field

Tools

TWIC

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Director of EHS&S will be responsible for managing the EHSS Department at the Avondale and St. Rose terminals in Louisiana. The EHSS Director will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all business activities in the terminals in accordance with company policies, local and federal regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs, policies, and practices to ensure the terminal complies with company policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Lead these programs in a way to promote operational excellence with respect to EHSS compliance and culture.
• Remain up to date on current, pending, and proposed EHSS regulations and developments in the bulk liquid storage industry. Consult local, regional, and corporate management on both current and future regulatory impacts.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, local governmental authorities, and local community organizations as necessary. Represent Company during regulatory audits, inquires, and investigations.
• Develop and manage the Avondale and St. Rose EHSS budget.
• Develop and mentor staff in leadership and technical skills necessary for succession.
• Ensure compliance with air and water permits, oversee sampling activities, and oversee development of air and water permit modifications.
• Oversee solid and hazardous waste activities, including sampling, analysis, and proper disposal.
• Oversee EHSS monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting processes.
• Oversee the facility security plan as Facility Security Officer (FSO) and manage the security department.
• Manage EHSS training program for facility personnel.
• Provide support to the Operations and Maintenance Departments on EHSS matters.
• Review new products or processes for evaluation of potential safety hazards and environmental permit implications.
• Review and recommend modifications and changes in the facility's equipment and/or procedures to achieve environmental or health/safety goals.
• Conduct accident/incident investigations, prepare "Root Cause Analysis" and/or "HAZOP Studies" where appropriate.
• Participate in internal EHSS audits at other IMTT terminals as needed.
• Respond to emergencies as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in an EHSS or engineering related field
• Over ten years of EHSS experience with a track record of progressively increasing responsibility.
• Valid Driver's License
• TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to IMTT's terminal locations.
• Strong leadership, management, supervisory and interpersonal skills. The ability to influence across organizational lines is critical.
• Demonstrated ability to understand business challenges and find compliant solutions working in partnership with management teams.
• Accreditation(s) from a well-established environmental, safety, or professional accreditation entity.
• Excellent math and communications skills
• Proficient in the use of computers and familiar with most common office software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Previous experience in an industrial facility is preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in the English language
• Ability to understand and communicate in written and verbal communication in the English language.
• Ability to communicate with customers and terminal personnel.
• Ability to make decisions in a variable environment
• Ability to communicate with all other departments
• Ability to manage and delegate efficiently
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications

Hours of Work

• Typical hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• This is an exempt, salaried position. The role requires flexibility as business needs require.
• This position requires the ability to always respond and be available for contact.
• Occasional travel may be necessary up to 25%, sometimes with little or no advance notice.

Physical and Environmental Demand

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This job operates in an office environment as well as the outside environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
• The large scale of the operation and the extensive layout of the facility require that the applicant can walk and stand on uneven terrain, to climb stairs and ladders, and traverse inclines: uphill, downhill, or mixed. Furthermore, because the facility and adjoining facilities handle hazardous materials, the applicant must be able to ingress and egress in foreseeable emergencies. The applicant must be able to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Must be able to work in a confined space, over water and not be afraid of heights.
• Ability to wear use a respirator and any other safety equipment
• This would require the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, stand, or stoop, as necessary.
• Ability to perform climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling and moderate lifting.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.

IMTT is an equal opportunity employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and a drug free workplace.We exercise high ethical standards and are committed tocomplying with all laws in the jurisdiction where we conduct business.Our internal policies and procedures support this commitment.

If you like working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!