Environmental Waste Director

Category Facilities

# of Openings 1

MH-Kwajalein Atoll

Type Regular, Full-Time

Minimum Education Requirement Bachelor's

Minimum Experience Requirement, Years 6

Overview

Axient is seeking an Environmental Waste Director to oversee a Solid Waste Landfill Closure effort for the Department of Defense (DoD) on Kwajalein Atoll in the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).

Responsibilities

This position will manage the execution of all actions and activities leading to landfill closure to include, but not limited to cost, schedule and performance metrics for the Closure contractor. The Landfill Engineering Technician will report to the US Army lead project engineer and conduct Quality Assurance (QA) and assist in contract surveillance of the Closure effort. As a landfill technical expert, use independent judgement to plan, coordinate and accomplish work with input from the Government project leadership.

Inspects and investigates landfill closure efforts to include Transfer Disposal Station (TDS), Soil Washing (SW), and environmental remediation actions relating to landfill closure.
Reviews weekly work plan reports to ensure schedule is maintained.
Provides timely and accurate field status reports to Governments stakeholders.
Responsible for the daily operations of the Landfill Closure effort.
Monitors the Closure Contractor Work Plan to identify project risks and recommends mitigation actions.
Integrates Landfill Closure actions with Solid Waste Management and Garrison functions in order to not disrupt ongoing operations.
Provides recommendations to Government stakeholders on Landfill operations.
Attends technical progress meetings, prepares briefing products and assesses cost impacts of the Closure effort.
Monitors Soil Washing (SW) and marine barge operations relating to landfill closure efforts.
Develop, and implement a Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) plan) and supervise QA/QC activities.
Provide other support to include the planning and execution of installation logistics capabilities, construction management, and engineering activities in support of the US Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll, Reagan Test Site (RTS), and other commands as directed.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education – Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related Prefer Manager of landfill Operations Certification (SWANA certification), and current HAZWOPER certified. Bachelor’s degree could be waived for exceptional demonstrated proof of landfill management experience.
Experience – Prefer two years of supervisory, management and / or budgetary experience. Prefer five years of heavy equipment operation experience. Prefer minimum of five years of direct solid waste management experience. Prefer experience working with the US Army Installation Command (IMCOM) or other major US Army landholding command.
Skills – Considerable technical knowledge and math skills. Considerable knowledge of laws and regulations of solid waste, soil washing and environmental codes. Must be able to understand budget, capital improvement and equipment replacement plans. Good oral, written and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Microsoft office products, computer programs and equipment. The ability to prepare and brief project status to senior officers and US Army officials.
Problem Solving - Problem solving exists in this position. Solves problems related to operating budget, personnel, advisory board, compliance with Environmental Standards and regulations, and other short and long term managerial issues at the direction of the US Army project lead. Maintains daily records and keeps current with regulations issued by environmental agencies. Must have ability to interpret and administer environmental regulations.
Personal Relations - Continual contact with US Army Garrison departments and the Must have excellent customer service attitude and ability to handle confrontations with customers. Works with front line employees, customers, and stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

This position is located on the US Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll (USAG-KA) in the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI)
Lodging will be provided on the island of Kwajalein.

Must meet applicable COVID-19 safety protocols for US Army and the Republic of Marshall Islands (RM).

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