Environmental and Compliance Manager

GFL Environmental•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Manager of Environment and Compliance to lead our regulatory compliance initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our operations meet or exceed all local, state, and federal environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in hazardous waste, chemicals, or the oil and gas sector, with a proven track record of successfully navigating regulatory frameworks alongside the EPA, TCEQ, and other environmental agencies. You will play a critical role in program development, environmental reporting, and securing necessary operating permits, acting as the primary environmental champion for your assigned region or division.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a closely related discipline.
A minimum of 5-7 years of dedicated environmental compliance experience specifically within the oil and gas, chemical processing, or hazardous waste management industries.
Extensive, hands-on experience interpreting and applying federal and state environmental regulations, with a mandatory history of interfacing with the EPA and TCEQ.
Subject matter expertise in developing and managing SPCC plans, Stormwater programs, and Tier I/II reporting.
Demonstrated success in managing complex environmental licensing and permitting processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable operational guidelines.
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Registered Environmental Manager (REM), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Prior experience in a managerial or team-leadership role.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the accurate and timely preparation, submission, and maintenance of Tier I and Tier II chemical inventory reporting.
Design, implement, and manage comprehensive Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) across applicable facilities.
Drive the acquisition, renewal, and modification processes for environmental permits and licenses (air, water, and waste). Ensure all operational sites maintain active and compliant permit statuses.
Serve as the primary point of contact during inspections, audits, and communications with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and various local environmental and health agencies.
Conduct routine environmental compliance audits and site assessments to identify potential risks, implement corrective actions, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Develop and deliver environmental compliance training programs for site managers and operational staff.
Lead environmental incident investigations, root cause analyses, and reporting, ensuring swift mitigation and regulatory compliance.