Environmental Permitting & Compliance Specialist

Peabody Energy; Lynnville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Peabody Energy seeks an Environmental Specialist to join the Midwest environmental services team, focusing on Indiana, Illinois, and Alabama. The role includes directing permit applications, reports, and providing technical expertise in air quality, hydrogeology, biology, and waste management.

The position will handle permit administration duties (renewals, modifications, reporting) and may provide field support at active mine sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. Degree in Environmental related field, MS preferred.
• Preferred a minimum of three years of experience in mining or similar industry.
• Knowledge of Indiana, Illinois, and Alabama environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review scientific data for permit applications and environmental plans to meet regulatory standards and minimize costs.
• Coordinate permit administration documents including NPDES and SPCC-related reporting and renewals.
• Assist with air and waste/storage permit requirements and monitoring/reporting obligations.
• Provide field assistance to mine sites and collaborate with regulatory agencies as needed.

Skills

Safety culture

Organizational skills

Written communication

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Autocad

GIS

Access

Team collaboration

Multi-project management

Education

BS in Environmental field

MS preferred

Tools

Autocad

GIS

Access

Excel

Word

Job description

Peabody Energy seeks an Environmental Specialist to join the Midwest environmental services team, focusing on Indiana, Illinois, and Alabama. The role includes directing permit applications, reports, and providing technical expertise in air quality, hydrogeology, biology, and waste management.

The position will handle permit administration duties (renewals, modifications, reporting) and may provide field support at active mine sites.