Environmental 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

About the role

We are currently seeking an Environmental Specialist to join our team. This person will perform essential duties within the Midwest environmental services department, responsible for operations in Indiana, Illinois, and Alabama, including directing or assisting in the development of environmental permit applications and reports; providing technical expertise in any of the aspects of permitting and compliance such as air quality, hydrogeology, biology, and chemical and waste storage and management.

About the role

We are currently seeking an Environmental Specialist to join our team. This person will perform essential duties within the Midwest environmental services department, responsible for operations in Indiana, Illinois, and Alabama, including directing or assisting in the development of environmental permit applications and reports; providing technical expertise in any of the aspects of permitting and compliance such as air quality, hydrogeology, biology, and chemical and waste storage and management.

The position is also responsible for permit administrative duties, including permit renewals, permit modifications, and required reporting. The position may also provide field assistance to active mine sites.

Duties will include

• Preparation and review of scientific data for inclusion in permit applications and environmental plans and reports with the goal of meeting regulatory performance standards and minimizing mine costs.
• Knowledge of hydrology permitting and monitoring requirements and ability to complete periodic reporting requirements and modify plans to operational and regulatory needs (NPDES, SPCC, SMCRA).
• Knowledge of air permitting, monitoring, and reporting requirements and ability to obtain monitoring certifications (SSOA, MSOP, FESOP).
• Knowledge of waste and chemical storage, management, and spill requirements and familiarity with reporting obligations (TRI, SPCC). Assisting operations with waste and spill management and contractor coordination.
• Knowledge of wetland and stream mitigation permitting and ability to review and compile monitoring data for submission to regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and prepare permit administration documents including:
  • NPDES discharge reporting
  • NPDES applications, modifications, and renewals.
  • Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans
  • Air permit applications, modifications, and renewals.
  • Periodic air permit reporting (opacity Method 9).
  • Wetland and stream mitigation reporting.
• Coordination and preparation of permit applications, revisions, and amendments. This may include collaboration with mine and agency personnel, as well as collaboration and directing the activities of department personnel as-needed.
• Provide temporary assistance to the mine environmental staffs as required during times of extended personnel absences. Provide assistance to other Peabody Americas operations as needed.

Safety a Way of Life Competencies

• Ensure that you are aware of and have acknowledged the health and safety responsibilities specific to your job/position.
• Successfully complete your safety and health responsibilities. Be knowledgeable in Risk Management techniques and following the SLAM process for all work assignments.

The Lifestyle

This position is a full-time role, working from Wild Boar mine in Indiana. The schedule is: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F (or equivalent) with overtime and weekends as required.

About you

Education/experience

• 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.

Required Skills

• A strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent organizational and writing skills.
• Must be proficient in computer software including Microsoft Office Excel and Word. Autocad, GIS, and Access experience is desired.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with all levels of management, mine personnel, the general public, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to listen effectively.
• Ability to collaborate with others in a team setting.
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and adjust to shifting work priorities.

Licensure/Certifications/Registration

• Preferred ability to obtain professional certifications, including but not limited to, LPG, GISP, or PE

Physical requirements

Surface Environment

• Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
• Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
• Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders
• Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
• Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination
• Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 - 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the course of work shift
• Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area

Office

• Must have the ability to sit for up to 8 hours
• Must be able to use a computer, communicate effectively in various forms, including by email and phone
• Must be able to review paper and electronic documents; complete computer entry of data from paper documents
• Must be able to find, remove and return files to/from file cabinets; discuss issues by telephone and in person
• Must be able to operate copier, fax machine, etc.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. Peabody reserves the right to revise job descriptions or change and/or modify job responsibilities, functions and requirements as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,300 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 18+ countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.

People are at the core of Peabody's ability to deliver business results & serve our communities & we offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognizes, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect are supported and engaged.

EEO Disclaimer: Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.