EHS Waste and Wastewater Coordinator (Field Based)

ERM; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is hiring an EHS Waste and Wastewater Coordinator to work on-site at our client’s two facilities in Lebanon, IN. The primary function is to support wastewater management by coordinating regulatory approvals, confirming sampling, and ensuring information is ready for planned discharge events, in line with compliance programs.

This full-time (40 hours per week) limited-term role lasts 12 months and may be extended.

Qualifications

• A.S. or B.S. degree in a related technical field is preferred.
• 5+ years of directly related wastewater experience in chemical or pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability and knowledge in wastewater and NPDES discharge coordination.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Email.
• Strong communication, problem solving, organization, and quick learning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate wastewater sampling, recordkeeping, and reporting including discharge monitoring reports.
• Assist in obtaining approvals for planned discharges.
• Inspect facility wastewater activities for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with field teams to ensure timely sampling and approvals; troubleshoot issues.
• Assist EHS Manager with discharge requests and documentation.
• Support plant Health and Safety objectives.

Skills

Wastewater coordination

Regulatory compliance

Discharge sampling

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Education

AS/BS in a related technical field

Tools

Word

Excel

Email

Job description

ERM is hiring an EHS Waste and Wastewater Coordinator to work on-site at our client’s two facilities in Lebanon, IN. The primary function of this role is to support the client’s wastewater management systems by coordinating, conducting and tracking regulatory approvals, confirming sampling has been performed by various internal groups, and that the information and approvals are ready in time for planned discharge events, as required compliance activities. This person will support facility technicians to ensure compliance with these wastewater aspects of the facility’s compliance program. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with wastewater technicians for activities related to wastewater sampling, recordkeeping, and reporting (discharge monitoring reports). These activities include ensuring proper sampling, sample holding, and shipping.
• Assist in obtaining approvals for discharges based on the available samples and quantities planned for discharge.
• Inspect wastewater activities at the facility to ensure regulatory and policy compliance.
• Work with facility personnel to ensure they are prepared with appropriate sampling in time to obtain regulatory discharge approvals; field workforce questions, troubleshoot issues, and help resolve issues.
• Assist EHS Manager with discharge requests and documentation
• Support the plant Health and Safety objectives.

REQUIREMENTS

• A.S. or B.S. degree in a related technical field desired but not required.
• 5+ years of directly related wastewater experience in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Ability and knowledge in wastewater and NPDES discharge coordination.
• Ability to use a personal computer with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and E-mail.
• Self-motivated with the ability and desire to work with others and independently.
• Flexible to evolving business and departmental needs and able to adjust priorities accordingly.
• Strong communication skills, problem solving skills, organization skills, and the ability to learn quickly.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.