JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidate will maintain in-depth knowledge of current environmental laws and regulations as they apply to the plant and use that knowledge to ensure compliance with permits and regulations. They will interface with corporate and regulatory agencies and ensure appropriate notification for incidents of non-compliance. Recognize safety and environmental compliance issues that require attention and proactively address them. The successful candidate will model Our Values and lead by example in safety and compliance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for environmental (air, water, and waste) and CCR programs as assigned, Safe Dams and BMP programs as assigned, industrial hygiene programs as assigned, self-assessments, program audits, conducting compliance training, and acting as back-up to other compliance programs. This position requires on-call duty rotation for nights and weekends and is subject to call out on weekends, nights, and holidays. This position will also support regional activities between Plants Wansley and Yates and be part of the on-call duty rotation for both plants.

This position is part of a job family and will be filled at either an exempt level 4 or 5 depending on experience.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Power plant experience desired.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a group setting is required.
• Effective oral and written communications skills required.
• In-depth knowledge of fossil power plant operations or similar industrial experience is desired.
• Demonstrated experience in Maximo or Enablon is a plus.
• Experience conducting Compliance self-assessments/self-audits is a plus.
• Current certifications such as Level 1A erosion/sedimentation inspector, Method 9 visual emissions, Safe Dams inspection training is a plus.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including interfacing with employees, contractors, and regulatory agencies is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and effectively across organizations is a plus.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate Safety as a Core Value in daily actions.
• Ensure compliance with all permits and regulations by monitoring various parameters and interfacing with plant personnel and contractors.
• Provide oversight for the plant's air, water, CCR, Safe Dams, and industrial hygiene programs, and various compliance programs as assigned.
• Conduct CCR, landfill, and safe dams inspections as required
• Conduct storm water monitoring and inspection of erosion/sedimentation BMPs as required.
• Develop and maintain compliance procedures.
• Investigate compliance related incidents and ensure notification of appropriate regulatory agencies, if required.
• Perform specific environmental sampling and analysis as required to ensure compliance.
• Deliver presentations to internal and external groups to inform them of various environmental and compliance issues including compliance training.
• Document and maintain records to verify compliance.
• Assist Compliance Team in the areas of water withdrawal, NPDES, storm water, air programs, waste programs, CCR, safe dams, industrial hygiene and compliance training.
• Support community outreach programs.