Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager
About The Position
The Lordstown Energy Center is a natural gas-fired combined-cycle power plant. It features two Siemens SGT6-8000H combustion turbines and advanced air-cooled generators. The facility includes NEM triple-pressure reheat heat recovery steam generators and a Siemens SST6-5000 condensing turbine with a hydrogen-cooled generator, designed to optimize efficiency while supporting the regional power grid. Additional infrastructure, such as a 14-cell cooling tower and emissions control systems, underscores its commitment to reliable energy generation and environmental stewardship. Opportunity Summary The EH&S Manager at Lordstown Energy Center leads all environmental and safety programs for a combined-cycle power plant, ensuring compliance with federal, state (OEPA, ODNR, ODH), and local regulations. This role oversees multi-media environmental programs, CEMS reporting, stormwater and wastewater management, and serves as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, while also delivering EHS training and guidance to all plant personnel. Additionally, the manager drives safety initiatives, conducts inspections and observations, investigates incidents, and implements corrective actions to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
Requirements
- We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong passion for regulatory standards, environmental reporting, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
- Bachelor degree in environmental compliance, engineering, or related field or equivalent technical training knowledge and experience desired.
- Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis.
- Proven experience in environmental compliance and EHS management within an operating facility, preferably in the power generation or industrial sector, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate environmental and safety risks.
- Strong understanding of power plant operations and their environmental and safety impacts, with in-depth knowledge of applicable regulations for air, water, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous materials, and waste management, including specialized expertise in at least one regulatory area.
- Proficiency with Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Data Acquisition and Handling Systems (DAHS), including compliance with Title V permit requirements.
- Skilled in developing and delivering EHS training programs and materials in a clear and engaging manner, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, OEM personnel, and regulatory agencies.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex industrial environment, quickly identifying compliance or safety risks and implementing corrective actions.
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to prepare clear and accurate compliance reports, incident investigations, and formal recommendations, complemented by proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver's license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as Level 5 HAZWOPER desired.
- Preferred professional certifications include ASP (Associate Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), COSS (Construction Occupational Safety Specialist), OHST (Occupational Health and Safety Technologist), or CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician), demonstrating advanced expertise in safety and environmental management.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate, oversee, and implement daily multi-media environmental programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA), local, and site permit requirements for a combined-cycle power plant.
- Ensure completion of continuous emissions monitoring system (CEMS) reporting in accordance with Title V permit requirements enforceable by applicable regulatory agencies, including OEPA Division of Air Pollution Control.
- Compile monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports, including monitoring, recordkeeping, interpreting data, and submitting on time to federal, state, and local agencies for all regulatory programs, including air, water, waste, and chemicals.
- Ensure the facility meets regulatory requirements for site stormwater pollution prevention planning at all times.
- Implement discharge prevention measures, including procedures for routine handling of products.
- Submit recommendations on wastewater and water sampling procedures in accordance with NPDES compliance requirements.
- Maintain and organize the Environmental Management System (EMS) filing system, including SPCC/FRP, CEMS QA/QC plans, SWPPP, and other multi-media environmental compliance documentation.
- Support the Owner in interfacing with local environmental regulators, including inspections, information requests, permit modifications, renewals, and compliance communications.
- Serve as the key point-of-contact for meetings with regulators during compliance visits from federal, state, or local agencies, including coordination with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and Ohio Department of Health (ODH).
- Coordinate and conduct EHS training for all plant personnel.
- Conduct regular safety meetings, address safety in all team interactions, and engage employees in hazard recognition and safe work practices.
- Perform inspections, safety observation tours, and one-on-one coaching to ensure compliance with company procedures, OSHA regulations, and safe behaviors.
- Respond to injuries, near misses, and incidents; analyze causes, recommend corrective actions, and ensure follow-up to prevent recurrence.
- Complete other reasonable tasks and assignments as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
