Environmental Compliance Manager

Clean Harbors; Waynoka (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Growth opportunities

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Safe work environment

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking an Environmental Compliance Manager to oversee day‑to‑day regulatory functions at operating facilities in the United States.

The role focuses on ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local environmental and health/safety regulations, with duties spanning permit applications, audits, and liaison with regulators.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree required in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of environmental compliance experience required.
• Knowledge of EPA laws/regulations required.
• RCRA 40 CFR hazardous waste knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and systematic reviews of facilities to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Identify problems and recommend corrections; prioritize and follow up on non‑compliance areas.
• Advise management on procedures to correct or minimize non‑compliant activities.
• Apply for environmental permits and maintain renewal and reporting schedules.
• Prepare and maintain environmentally related plans and procedures for facilities.
• Prepare reports and documents for regulatory agencies and management.
• Provide environmental training as required.
• Coordinate with regulators and contractors on all related projects and activities.
• Support facility inspections and environmental audits by customers.
• Negotiate permit terms and respond to regulatory changes impacting operations.
• Assist in investigations of significant incidents and required notifications.

Skills

Excellent communication

Excellent organizational skills

Knowledge of EPA regulations

RCRA 40 CFR hazardous waste knowledge

Education

BS/BA (required)

BS/BA in Environmental Science or Engineering (preferred)

Job description

The Environmental Compliance Manager manages day to day regulatory functions at Clean Harbors and Safety‑Kleen operating facilities.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment
• Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development for all stages of your career
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and systematic reviews of the facility to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations for environmental affairs and health and safety.
• Identify problems and recommend corrections; prioritize and follow‑up on corrections regarding areas of non‑compliance or potential non‑compliance.
• Advise corporate and facility management regarding procedural and operational measures to be taken to correct or minimize non‑compliant activities regarding environmental regulations.
• Apply for environmental permits and maintain a schedule for renewals, reporting, and provisions of all environmentally related permits.
• Prepare and maintain environmentally related plans and procedures for facilities.
• Prepare reports and documents as required by regulatory agencies and corporate and facility management.
• Prepare and provide environmental related training.
• Serve as liaison between facilities and outside contractors, and regulatory personnel on all environmentally related projects and activities.
• Coordinate and accompany regulatory personnel during all facility inspections. Coordinate environmental audits of facilities by customers.
• Act as a liaison with agency regulators and negotiate terms favorable to the organization regarding legal agreements, permit conditions, and proposed regulations.
• Respond to significant accidents, incidents, and complaints and provide guidance to operational teams. Prepare and submit all required notifications/reports and participate in management team investigations as needed.
• Monitor regulatory changes to ensure compliance with upcoming changes in federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
• Provide guidance to sales, field personnel, and customers concerning federal, state and local environmental regulations.
• Perform audits of external facilities to ensure they are properly permitted for use and operating in compliance.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.
• Routine travel to facilities.

Qualifications

• BS/BA (required)
• BS/BA in Environmental Science or Engineering (preferred)
• 2+ years of environmental compliance experience (required)
• Knowledge of and environmental protection agency (EPA) laws/regulations (required)
• RCRA 40 CFR hazardous waste management knowledge (required)
• Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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