Environmental Specialist, Water & Waste (Pipeline Operations)

Venture Global LNG•Lake Charles, LA

48d•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG is seeking a qualified Environmental Specialist, Water & Waste (Pipeline Operations) for their Lake Charles, LA office. This role requires a working knowledge of federal (RCRA), Louisiana (LDEQ), and Texas (TCEQ) regulations for solid waste, hazardous waste, and universal waste, as well as DOT regulations for hazardous materials. It also requires knowledge of LPDES and TPDES regulations. The position supports the water and waste operational compliance program across pipeline operating assets, including mod yards, compressor stations, and pipelines. Responsibilities include monitoring water quality, agency reporting, SPCC and SWPPP implementation, managing wastewater discharge, ensuring regulatory compliance, and training personnel. The role reports to and supports the Environmental Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or similar education.
4+ years in industrial facilities as a water/waste environmental professional.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), LDEQ, and TCEQ hazardous waste regulations.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing.
Good communication skills.
Must be able to work in hot and humid environments, outdoors, and lift 50 pounds.
Computer knowledge including Apple Mac, Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, Project & PowerPoint.
Willingness and ability to travel to pipeline operating assets across Louisiana and Texas.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of federal (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)), Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ), and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations for solid waste, hazardous waste, and universal waste, as well as Department of Transportation regulations for hazardous materials.
Working knowledge of Louisiana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (LPDES) and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) regulations.

Responsibilities

Make regulatory waste determinations and prepare waste profiles for wastes generated at VGLC and other assigned pipeline assets, including obtaining representative samples and laboratory analysis as needed.
Ensure satellite and central accumulation areas for hazardous waste are managed in compliance with RCRA, LDEQ, and TCEQ regulations.
Ensure used oil is managed in compliance with RCRA, LDEQ, and TCEQ regulations.
Ensure solid waste is managed in compliance with LDEQ and TCEQ regulations.
Conduct inspections of all waste management areas at assigned facilities, including contractor-generated waste management activities.
Schedule off-site transfers of waste and used oil, including preparing uniform hazardous waste manifests, DOT hazardous materials shipping papers, and other required waste management documents.
Prepare required reports and other documents to LDEQ, TCEQ, and USEPA.
Maintain records required to demonstrate compliance with applicable waste management regulations.
Assist in implementation of hazardous waste contingency plans and waste minimization plans.
Prepare and provide training to staff with waste management and water responsibilities across assigned pipeline assets.
Assist the Environmental Director with meetings and other interactions with LDEQ, TCEQ, USEPA, and other regulatory agencies.
Research federal, LDEQ, and TCEQ regulatory requirements as needed.
Conduct internal audits of waste management activities.
Conduct water sampling for stormwater and wastewater as required.
Fulfill required recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
Implement, update, and maintain SPCC Plans across assigned pipeline operating assets.
Implement, update, and maintain SWPPPs across assigned pipeline operating assets.
Conduct inspections of water management systems and infrastructure at assigned facilities, including permit and plan requirements.
Conduct potable water sampling as required.