The Hunterstown Generation Station is an advanced natural gas-fired combined cycle power plant with a capacity of 810 MW. It employs three GE 7FB.04 combustion turbines, which effectively convert natural gas into mechanical energy, along with a GE D11 steam turbine that efficiently utilizes waste heat to enhance overall energy output. This state-of-the-art configuration ensures optimal efficiency and reliable electricity generation while minimizing environmental impact.
Opportunity Summary
The Compliance Manager will lead the coordination and implementation of environmental programs to ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including Title V, NPDES, and SPCC requirements. This role involves managing continuous emissions monitoring (CEMS) reporting, storm water runoff compliance, and wastewater procedures, while maintaining critical Environmental Management Systems (EMS). Additionally, the Compliance Manager will support NERC oversight by interpreting regulatory requirements, monitoring compliance updates, and ensuring plant policies align with evolving reliability standards.
Primary Duties
Your scope of responsibility as Compliance Manager includes the following primary functions:
Environmental
- Coordinate, oversee and implement daily environmental programs, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local and site permit and regulatory requirements.
- Continuous emissions monitoring system (CEMS) reporting – in accordance with Title V permit requirements enforceable by PADEP and U.S. EPA, responsible for compiling monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports. This involves monitoring, record-keeping, interpreting data and submitting reports on-time.
- Storm water runoff plan – ensure facility meets regulatory requirements at all times. Take samples of storm water drain systems during rains, conduct analysis of samples to ensure no chemical or oil makes its way into drains.
- Submit recommendations to the facility Owner on matters regarding Wastewater and water sampling procedures in accordance with NPDES compliance. Provide support to the Owner for interface with local environmental regulators to include preparing for and coordinating inspections, responding to information requests, supporting strategies for and negotiations of permit modifications and renewals, and preparing routing compliance reports and communications.
- Maintain various facets of the Company’s Environmental Management System (EMS) including but not limited to the EHS filing system, the Obligations Tracking System (OTS) and X Files (OSHA & regulatory-mandated training records).
Spill prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan – maintain facility procedure to address the following:
- Operating procedures designed to prevent the release of substances, such as oil or chemicals, onto the ground.
- Control measures implemented to stop spills from reaching navigable waters.
- Countermeasures to contain, clean up, and mitigate the effects of oil spills.
- Discharge prevention protocols, including procedures for the routine handling of products.
NERC:
Responsible for overseeing, administering, and coordinating all NERC accountabilities for plant Operators and Owners. Support will be provided by the Plant Engineer. A comprehensive understanding of all NERC standards and requirements is essential to:
- Understand and interpret regulatory requirements, including identifying reliable sources of information and applying these requirements at the plant level.
- Monitor NERC websites to stay informed about new regulations and requirements relevant to the plant.
- Analyze large volumes of technical data and organize it to clearly document and demonstrate compliance with all applicable NERC Reliability Compliance standards.
- Complete Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs) for the plant.
- Provide accurate, technically sound responses during compliance visits, ensuring they appropriately represent stakeholder interests.
- Maintain up-to-date NERC Reliability procedures and policies to align with current requirements.
- Train plant personnel on new or updated NERC procedures and requirements.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance. This includes, but is not limited to, the following functions:
- Conduct/Support Regular Safety Meetings (at least monthly).
- Address Safety at all Group Meetings.
- Conduct Inspections and Observations: establish within the department a regular inspection of the work area and a safety observation process of work being performed.
- Establish and lead these activities following any rules, requirements or guidance established in your business unit, group, or division.
- Involve all NAES teammates in the activities.
- Analyze result, write work orders, train, and educate to eliminate hazards, at-risk behavior and meet company regulatory requirements.
- Conduct Regular Observation Tours: Conduct no less than two safety observation tours of high-risk activities e.g., confined space to verify that employees are performing the work in accordance with safe practices, company procedures and OSHA regulations.
- Regular and Frequent Contacts: conduct one-on-one contact sessions with workers to discuss safety issues, communicate expectations and coach safe behaviors, e.g., whether the employee is wearing all required personal protective equipment.
- Respond to Incidents: respond to all safety-related incidents including, but not limited to injuries, incidents and near misses; write a report that explains what happened, identify the cause, and recommend corrective action following any established business unit or division practice. Follow up as necessary to ensure that corrective action is taken.
Working Relationships
The Compliance Manager reports to the Plant Manager. Maintains a close working relationship with NAES Corporate Safety, Environmental and NERC Support Services as well as Client Corporate contacts.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Power plant environment. Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing and lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, hearing protection, chemical suits, fire resistant clothing, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
Regular workdays are from Monday to Friday, within standard dayshift hours. However, the position may necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts may also be necessary as part of the role.
Compensation
The initial starting compensation will range from $112,000 to $156,000 and will include an annual performance bonus.
Job Qualifications
- An associate degree or equivalent technical training, knowledge, and experience is desired.
- Experience in safety and environmental compliance for operating facilities is preferred, ideally in a power plant or a power-related industry. A general understanding of power plant operations, including the interplay between environmental impacts and compliance with operation and maintenance functions, is also desired.
- Familiarity with major environmental legislation related to air, water, hazardous materials, and waste management is essential. Expertise in at least one specialized area of regulatory compliance is required. A working knowledge of regulations enforced by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) is strongly preferred.
- General knowledge of applicable safety statutes and regulations is necessary, along with an understanding of principles for maintaining a robust safety program. A working knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, DOT, NFPA, and NEC regulations is highly desired.
- Experience with continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) software is preferred.
- Prior experience with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance is required. Candidates should have a solid understanding of key NERC standards, reporting processes, and audit requirements. Familiarity with compliance tools and risk assessment practices is beneficial.
- Strong writing and analytical skills are essential, with the ability to present facts, conclusions, and recommendations clearly in both formal and informal written communications.
- Strong verbal communication skills are required. This role serves as a key point of contact for meeting with regulators, including the PA DEP, during compliance visits.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven record of building consensus among internal and external stakeholders are essential.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks in an industrial environment and to promptly identify and analyze potentially complex compliance risks is required.
- Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license, ensuring it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is the leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have established ourselves as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, our growing family of companies enables us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.
