Senior EHS & Environmental Compliance Lead

Hired by Matrix, Inc; Ridgefield (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix, Inc. is seeking a Principal Environmental Specialist to lead EHS compliance efforts on a contract, on-site basis in Ridgefield, NJ. The role focuses on EPA/NJDEP regulations, permits, waste management, and regulatory reporting to ensure robust environmental programs.

The candidate will drive audits, CAPA, SOP development, and digital system improvements using SharePoint, Forms, and Power Automate, collaborating with site leadership and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of EPA and NJDEP requirements.
• Experience with permits, chemical management, hazardous waste, and reporting.
• Proficiency in OSHA/Industrial Hygiene concepts and exposure assessments.
• Experience with EHS audits, CAPA and change control processes.
• Ability to prepare regulatory documents and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Review environmental permits, registrations, SOPs, and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with EPA, NJDEP, and local regulations.
• Evaluate waste management, chemical inventories, wastewater, and emissions data.
• Identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Enhesa legal register development and updates.
• Maintain documentation and support audit readiness.

Skills

EPA/NJDEP regulations

EHS compliance

Regulatory reporting

Industrial Hygiene

Audits & CAPA

SOP development

Leadership communication

Tools

Enhesa

SharePoint

Forms

Power Automate

Job description

Matrix, Inc. is seeking a Principal Environmental Specialist to lead EHS compliance efforts on a contract, on-site basis in Ridgefield, NJ. The role focuses on EPA/NJDEP regulations, permits, waste management, and regulatory reporting to ensure robust environmental programs.

The candidate will drive audits, CAPA, SOP development, and digital system improvements using SharePoint, Forms, and Power Automate, collaborating with site leadership and cross-functional teams.