PURPOSE
Our client is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to assist the Environmental Manager with execution of IPNM environmental compliance and permitting responsibilities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead air, water and waste management compliance inspections.
- Manage and arrange for disposal of universal and hazardous wastes.
- Assist operations with implementation of best practice operational controls for environmental compliance
- Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with regulatory personnel
- Oversee the compilation of all relevant environmental data, statistics and information required by management, government bodies and agencies
- Maintain and submit various records related to permit requirements
- Oversee the preparation and review of permit documents
- Lead environmental special projects (groundwater sampling, compliance stack testing, etc)
- Project management and contractor oversite
- Environmental lead for continuous improvement projects
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in environmental roles
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Civil or Mining Engineering, or related technical field
- Valid Driver’s License
- Proficient with Google Earth and Microsoft Suite
- Proficient in reading, analyzing and interpreting scientific data and information
- Experience with NM BLM and Environmental Department is preferred but not required
- Demonstrated experience in mining or other heavy industry environment
- Able to communicate effectively to management and hourly work force
- Experience working with federal, state and local environmental permitting preferred
- Experience with Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conversation and Recovery Act
- Knowledge of NEPA, MSHA, OSHA, DOT and other regulatory requirements preferred
