Environmental Specialist

Ergon•Vicksburg, MS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The position provides technical and regulatory support by ensuring continued compliance with existing environmental regulations and monitoring and evaluating emerging environmental regulatory requirements for business impact and assisting in implementation. The individual is instrumental in advancing the organization towards excellence by driving the continuous improvement of our environmental processes and programs. We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Refining, Inc. is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned with locations in Flowood and Vicksburg, MS; we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.

Requirements

3 years of experience in the refining or chemical processing industry, preferred
Knowledge of EPA, MDEQ, DOT, and USCG standards relating to the refining industry
Ability to independently interpret environmental regulations, discern applicability, and translate requirements into operational actions.
Requires a self-motivated person that is detail-oriented with excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to effectively interact with all levels within an organization
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and industry partners
Demonstrated technical leadership with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders through expertise and credibility.
Ability to think strategically and simplify complex issues
Excellent technical writing and presentation skills, preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
The person selected must be self-motivated with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills and successfully complete and pass a Functional Job Capacity Evaluation (FCE).
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
A clean MVR is required.

Nice To Haves

High levels of Trust, Humility, Character, Integrity, Resolve, and Respect

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide subject-matter ownership for all environmental duties associated with air, waste, and water compliance for the facility.
Own the preparation, accuracy, and timely submittal of required regulatory reports including Title V, CEMS, Form R, and Emissions Inventory
Daily and monthly calculation and tracking of refinery fuel gas usage, Reid Vapor Pressure of permitted tanks and sulfur content of emergency generator fuel oil and tracking of engine hours
Maintain monthly inspection forms for drain hubs and junction boxes of process area sewer drains as required by title V Air Permit and subpart QQQ
Exercises independent judgment in interpreting environmental requirements and recommending actions that impact regulatory compliance and operational risk
Give guidance in remediation of releases to land and water and document releases
Serve as the primary technical contact for reporting releases to regulatory authorities in accordance with applicable requirements.
Ensure required record keeping is in order and up-to date
Complete Emergency Response Training and perform duties as assigned
Continually developing skills and knowledge through training
Generate and maintain records of compliance with applicable regulations
Give recommendations and guidance on activities affecting the environment
Identify, recommend, and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Environmental Management System to enhance compliance and performance.
Maintain current Person-in Charge (PIC) list.