Refinery Environmental & Compliance Director

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Retirement benefits

Job summary

CHS, Inc. operates an Oil Refinery facility in McPherson, Kansas and seeks an Environmental Director to lead environmental policies, programs and compliance.

You will guide the Environmental Services Department, align strategies with refinery goals, and ensure safety and environmental stewardship across operations. The role requires extensive experience in environmental management, strong communication, and the ability to work within a leadership team to shape strategy and drive results.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 7+ years of environmental experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related field from a four-year college or university
• 10+ years of environmental experience preferred
• Oil and Gas Industry experience
• Refinery knowledge involving process control operations and maintenance procedures
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations involving Environmental issues
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Initiate the development of environmental programs and procedures.
• Ensure all programs and procedures reflect the best available technology and conform to all corporate policies and governmental regulations.
• Direct the activities of the CHS Environment Services Department in the administration of environmental programs and procedures.
• Lead the CHS Environmental Services Department in identifying, procuring, operating and maintaining resources and programs that address the company’s environmental needs and compliance requirements.
• Participate as a member of the Refinery Leadership Team to include assisting with overall strategy, culture, and specifically vision for the refinery.
• Consult and support the Refinery Leadership Team on environmental issues.
• Provide guidance to managers/supervisors/employees on environmental compliance.
• Direct the training activities for environmental management in the Refining Division.
• Act as liaison with those responsible for developing and maintaining environmental programs in other divisions of the company and provide them with information and assistance where practical.
• Act as liaison with the Local Emergency Management Committee and represent the company in dealings with industrial and governmental environmental groups.
• Provide environmental leadership, guidance and technical support during refinery emergency response events, ensuring compliance with applicable environmental requirements and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
• Represent CHS in professional interactions with environmental regulatory agencies and other relevant external stakeholders.
• Ensure the necessary records and reports on environmental and other related activities are correctly maintained and distributed, as required by company policy and government regulations.
• Supervise and provide guidance to Environmental Service staff.
• Oversee all aspects of the Environmental Department budget, including planning, forecasting, expense management, capital needs and resource allocation
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including respirators.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related field from a four-year college or university

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

CHS, Inc. operates an Oil Refinery facility in McPherson, Kansas and seeks an Environmental Director to lead environmental policies, programs and compliance.

You will guide the Environmental Services Department, align strategies with refinery goals, and ensure safety and environmental stewardship across operations. The role requires extensive experience in environmental management, strong communication, and the ability to work within a leadership team to shape strategy and drive results.