EHS Global Waste Compliance Lead

Apple, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock programs

Educational tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses or commission""

Relocation

Comprehensive medical and dental

Job summary

Apple, Inc. seeks a Program Lead, Global Waste Compliance to design and run worldwide waste compliance programs across facilities, services, and partnerships. You will build tools, coordinate regional teams, assess risks, and report to senior leadership to ensure regulatory excellence.

You will stay current with evolving international and local waste regulations, drive continuous improvement, and lead training to embed strong compliance practices across Apple’s global operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related field.
• Five or more years of experience building and leading environmental compliance programs.
• Experience developing compliance tools and tracking systems.
• Knowledge of international waste regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong project management experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive global waste compliance programs from initiation to completion.
• Build and deploy innovative compliance tools and tracking systems to monitor regulatory adherence across all facilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver consistent compliance standards and best practices.
• Prepare and present compliance strategies, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Maintain current knowledge of evolving international, federal, and local waste regulations.
• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with regulatory agencies, waste vendors, and internal partners.
• Lead training initiatives to ensure facility teams understand and implement compliance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in waste compliance processes through data analysis and performance metrics.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science/Engineering/Sustainability

Job description

San Jose, California, United States Corporate Functions

In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen; we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. We develop and manage Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world.We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly motivated professional to join our team as a Program Lead, Global Waste Compliance, to build and lead comprehensive waste compliance programs that ensure regulatory excellence across Apple's worldwide operations.

Description

As a Program Lead, Global Waste Compliance, you will develop and implement global waste compliance strategies, build innovative compliance tools and systems, and ensure Apple maintains the highest standards of environmental regulatory compliance across all facilities. You will work closely with regional teams, facility managers, and environmental partners to create scalable solutions that drive consistent compliance practices while supporting Apple's environmental goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive global waste compliance programs from initiation to completion
• Build and deploy innovative compliance tools and tracking systems to monitor regulatory adherence across all facilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver consistent compliance standards and best practices.
• Prepare and present compliance strategies, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Maintain current knowledge of evolving international, federal, and local waste regulations.
• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with regulatory agencies, waste vendors, and internal partners.
• Lead training initiatives to ensure facility teams understand and implement compliance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in waste compliance processes through data analysis and performance metrics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related field.
• Five or more years of experience building and leading environmental compliance programs.
• Demonstrated experience developing compliance tools and tracking systems.
• Knowledge of international waste regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong project management experience with proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Law, or related field.
• Seven or more years of experience in environmental compliance, with focus on waste management.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new technology and complex workflows.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to translate technical requirements for diverse audiences.
• Experience working and communicating with all levels of an organization.
• Proven success managing compliance programs across multiple countries or regions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Extremely proactive, responsive, and upbeat with strong organizational skills.
• Experience with environmental management systems and compliance software platforms.
• Professional certifications in environmental compliance or waste management.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $178,800 and $268,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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