Senior Environmental Compliance Advisor

Southwest Gas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Gas seeks a Senior Environmental Advisor to provide high-level environmental expertise and compliance oversight for its operating divisions. The role focuses on air permits, GHG data collection, and methane abatement programs, advising stakeholders to ensure regulatory adherence.

The position requires extensive experience, a related degree, and strong skills in compliance reporting and technical writing, with a broad understanding of federal and state environmental laws.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant work experience.
• Related degree with significant subject matter experience desired.
• Experience in compliance reporting and technical writing is required.
• Advanced computer skills and experience with government reporting systems.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Company's technical expert on specialized environmental matters such as air permits, GHG data collection and reporting, and methane abatement programs.
• Provide technical expertise in preparation and timely filing of air permits or other environmental permits.
• Evaluate effectiveness of emission reduction programs and suggest modifications.
• Maintain knowledge of NEPA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and related regulations.
• Assist Environmental Advisors in oversight of environmental compliance for divisions and facilities.
• Assist in implementing environmental training plans and conducting local training.
• Coordinate with safety, facilities, and audit teams on environmental compliance issues.
• Inform management of environmental requirements that affect health, safety, or the Company.
• Develop and maintain environmental compliance calendars and systems.
• Provide oversight for environmental studies, investigations, and mitigation of projects.
• Assist with acquisition and compliance maintenance of environmental permits.
• Perform inspections to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
• Interpret regulations to help develop Environmental Policies and Procedures.
• Provide written correspondence with environmental agencies regarding projects and audits.
• Assist with acquisition or disposal of structures to control environmental liabilities.
• Ensure GHG data requests are met and records demonstrate compliance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Compliance reporting

Technical writing

GHG data reporting

Environmental regulations

Advanced computer skills

Government reporting systems

Education

Related degree

Job description

Southwest Gas seeks a Senior Environmental Advisor to provide high-level environmental expertise and compliance oversight for its operating divisions. The role focuses on air permits, GHG data collection, and methane abatement programs, advising stakeholders to ensure regulatory adherence.

The position requires extensive experience, a related degree, and strong skills in compliance reporting and technical writing, with a broad understanding of federal and state environmental laws.