Section Manager- Environmental Programs

Overview

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct workforce activities, prioritize daily assignments, and ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations.
• Develop and implement EH&S programs, policies, and procedures to protect employees, the public, and the environment.
• Interface with management to identify EH&S needs and integrate considerations into planning and decision-making.
• Manage hazardous waste and PCB compliance programs, including TSDF audits, manifests, permits, and regulatory reporting.
• Serve as primary liaison with regulatory agencies and lead/support negotiations on EH&S matters.
• Maintain and enhance environmental management systems (e.g., Maximo) and develop data-driven dashboards (Power BI) for compliance tracking.
• Oversee emergency preparedness plans (Contingency, Risk Management, Emergency Response) and ensure timely updates.
• Monitor regulatory changes, provide input during rulemaking, and update company practices to maintain compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and strengthen environmental performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years related experience or
• Master's Degree and 6 years related experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sustainability or related concentration and a minimum of 15 years related experience including experience with oversight of team responsible for waste management and chemicals, hazardous waste, PCB, e-waste and emerging contaminants, experience interacting and negotiating with regulatory agencies
• Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sustainability or related concentration and a minimum of 12 years related experience including experience with oversight of team responsible for waste management and chemicals, hazardous waste, PCB, e-waste and emerging contaminants, experience interacting and negotiating with regulatory agencies

• Must have strong knowledge and understanding of environmental, health and safety laws and regulations as well as experience working with regulatory agencies, required.
• Must be a highly motivated individual, demonstrate a strong commitment to Excellence and understand the vital importance of personal accountability, required.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and have the ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, regulatory agencies and various levels of management, required.
• Must be able to develop and implement effective EH&S programs utilizing data analytics as the core, required.
• Must have computer skills with the ability to learn in-house computer systems such as CRS, Maximo and Oracle, required.
• Strong supervisory experience and knowledge of administrative procedures, required.
• Must be able to manage a team of diverse expertise and ensure team goals are met, required.
• Experience of managing hazardous waste, PCB waste, solid waste program for utility or similar industry, preferred.

• Ability to inspire and develop staff
• Ability to lead/manage others
• Experience in a regulated environment
• Effective interpersonal skills

• Driver's License Required

• Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.