Corporate Environmental Specialist

HF Sinclair•Dallas, TX

About The Position

HF Sinclair is seeking a Corporate Environmental Specialist in Dallas to oversee and assist site operations environmental teams with air compliance and perform environmental assignments for the Corporate Environmental team. The position is internally considered a technical advisor and may supervise up to approximately five employees and contractors, depending on the assigned subsidiary. The role coordinates environmental air programs, supports business units with environmental compliance, and advises management on environmental matters. It also represents the company in dealings with governmental environmental agencies, the public, and trade and professional associations. The position is office- and plant-based, with travel of up to 25% by land and air. Work may take place in petroleum refinery, warehouse, plant, and outdoor environments, including areas with chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment, and in varying temperatures and road and weather conditions.

Requirements

At least 10 years of extensive industry and on-the-job experience.
Bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences or a related field.
Ability to lead and train a small group of employees in a Technical Expert capacity.
Advanced ability to analyze proposed and final air regulations that significantly affect operations or compliance status.
Advanced working knowledge of environmental air quality regulations, depending on assignment.
Ability to perform emissions calculations; a practical understanding of refinery processing programs is preferred.
Expert understanding of oil refining processes, including process flow diagrams and mechanical flow sheets, chemical phase separations, and reactions.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced reading and writing skills and ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds, climbing up to 200 feet, and wearing personal protective equipment; beards are not permitted.

Nice To Haves

Practical understanding of refinery processing programs.

Responsibilities

Coordinate environmental air programs and provide environmental assistance to business units.
Ensure environmental programs comply with applicable federal, state, and local government laws.
Advise management about environmental issues and activities needed to ensure compliance.
Propose environmental policies, programs, and initiatives.
Represent the company to governmental environmental agencies, the public, and trade and professional associations.
Ensure environmental considerations are included in corporate planning and the capital budget process.
Track environmental performance measures and recommend parameters.
Provide documentation and environmental analysis for management review.
Prepare comments on proposed environmental regulations and maintain involvement with trade associations as appropriate.
Advise on the company’s compliance with Consent Decree requirements between the company and state and federal agencies.
Assist business units with air permit applications and supporting documentation.
Participate in third-party compliance audits of company facilities when necessary.
Provide oversight of the company’s compliance with EPA fuel regulations.
Direct and oversee environmental compliance activities, including stack testing, CEM performance checks, and air regulatory (NSPS and MACT) programs.
Direct the work of other environmental teams.
Interface with regulatory agencies to support understanding of and compliance with applicable environmental regulations and requirements.
Complete special assignments or tasks as assigned by a superior.
Supervise up to approximately five employees and contractors, depending on the assigned subsidiary.