Director Environmental Programs - Storage Tank Compliance

Penske•Reading, PA

56d

About The Position

The Environmental Programs - Storage Tank leader is responsible for leading the strategy, development, execution, and management of programs, policies, and procedures to achieve 100% compliance with applicable current and upcoming storage tank environmental laws and regulations across PTS operations. The role builds, leads, and develops a team of environmental professionals and third-party storage tank professionals and vendors, and is accountable for storage tank compliance. The position establishes repeatable, reliable, documented, and scalable policies, programs, procedures, and processes with quality assurance and quality control and continuous improvement. It develops collaborative relationships with internal and external leaders, vendors, partners, providers, regulators, and other stakeholders. The role evaluates, implements, and integrates digital solutions for storage tank management consistent with planned Environmental Management Information Systems, develops and manages program KPIs, sets specifications and design parameters for tank upgrades and new or replacement tanks, and aligns the compliance strategy with business goals. Storage tank compliance is important to customer relationships and organizational reputation, and tanks are a significant area of environmental liability exposure. The role also supports regulatory and legislative influence by preventing non-compliance that could cause financial or reputational damage.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Civil or Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Energy Management, EHS, or a related field; storage tank compliance experience may substitute for the specified degree program.
At least 10 years of experience in multi-state or multi-jurisdiction AST/UST compliance, with a thorough grasp of storage tank laws and regulations, or adjacent experience developing and implementing compliance programs, processes, and procedures.
At least 10 years of leadership experience.
Advanced knowledge of storage tank compliance laws and regulations, storage tank program management, and how to apply and embed compliance requirements into business processes.
Ability to manage multiple compliance requirements across a broad geography.
Intermediate knowledge of applying technology to storage tank compliance solutions.
Experience with EMIS systems.
Ability to navigate varying storage tank compliance requirements across a broad geography, educate and influence others, and build consensus.
Professional leadership skills, including motivating, inspiring, and mentoring team members to support their career growth.
Solution-oriented approach, creative problem-solving, and ability to present options for challenges.
Engineering, analytical, and mathematical skills.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented and organized, with a sense of urgency and sound, timely decision-making skills.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule and at the required location.
Completion of a Penske employment application and submission to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree; storage tank compliance experience may substitute for the preferred degree program.
Professional Engineer license.
Storage tank A, B, or C training.
Industry-group certifications, such as API or NFPA, or equipment certifications, such as Veeder-Root, OPW, or Franklin.
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certification or similar.
At least 10 years of experience implementing digital applications for storage tank management systems, tank installations, and storage tank management systems.

Responsibilities

Build and lead a team with the knowledge, experience, and skills needed to be accountable for storage tank compliance, including performance management, training, and development.
Establish repeatable, reliable, documented, and scalable compliance policies, programs, procedures, and processes that support quality assurance and quality control, continuous improvement, and the goal of 100% compliance.
Evaluate current storage tank programs and develop and implement a roadmap to achieve compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Develop and implement an accurate tracking method for storage tanks, including upgrades, from installation through closure, covering testing, repairs, upgrades, removals, and replacements.
Maintain current records of tank maintenance, testing, and compliance audits.
Lead spill response and remediation efforts.
Improve and manage the storage tank registration process and coordinate with Field Environmental Compliance Specialists regarding regulatory inspections.
Collaborate with the Environmental Project Manager, Facilities, Energy & Fuel, Real Estate, and Operations teams on upgrades and new, removed, or replaced storage tank systems.
Develop and enforce preventive maintenance programs to ensure tank integrity and compliance.
Establish environmental and safety protocols and ensure staff compliance with and training in hazardous material handling procedures.
Identify and manage third-party partners and vendors performing compliance work, ensuring accurate and timely inspection, monitoring, testing, follow-up, and preparation and updating of written plans such as SPCC and AST/UST Monitoring Plans.
Communicate with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders about AST/UST activities.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned.