Senior Environmental Scientist

Freeport-McMoRan•Morenci, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides engineering technical expertise, guidance and leadership for Environmental projects and programs at assigned site. Determines and assesses environmental risk and develops regulatory documentation of results. Performs site inspections and recommends appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations. Reviews and develops appropriate recommendations regarding planned expansion, modification or closure of facilities which affect environmental discharges, emissions, and hazardous materials. Serves as Project Manager or technical expert on large/complex environmental projects such as compliance, remediation, or reclamation. Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations. Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for environmental systems and issues. Maintains current working knowledge of Federal, State and local environmental and occupational health regulations such as RCRA, CERCLA, NEPA, SARA, Clean Air and Water Acts. Provides leadership to less experienced engineers and technicians. May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related Natural Science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management), or Mathematics/Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, or Business Management, or other Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of related experience, OR Master's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience
Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred (US examples include: HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS, Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, CHMM)
Knowledge of environmental compliance, permitting, incident investigating and reporting protocols
Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
Skilled in managing large/complex environmental projects
Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
Able to analyze a wide range of soil, water and air samples to recognize potential environmental hazards
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 30 pounds) during the course of the workday
Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug-alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with narrow and broad groupings of colleagues.
Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
Able to analyze a wide range of soil, water, and air samples to recognize potential environmental hazards.
Knowledge and demonstration of positive leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
Strong working knowledge of Arizona ground and surface water regulatory programs, Drinking Water, Domestic Wastewater, SPCC, MSGP/SWPPPHydrology and basic geochemistry
Sampling methods and execution for laboratory analysis
Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Teams and/or GIS experience
Method 9 certification

Responsibilities

Determine and assess environmental risk and develops regulatory documentation of results
Perform site inspections and recommend appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations
Review and develop appropriate recommendations regarding planned expansion, modification or closure of facilities which affect environmental discharges, emissions, and hazardous materials
Serve as Project Manager or technical expert on large/complex environmental projects such as compliance, remediation, or reclamation
Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations
Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for environmental systems and issues
Maintain current working knowledge of Federal, State and local environmental and occupational health regulations such as RCRA, CERCLA, NEPA, SARA, Clean Air and Water Acts
Provide leadership to less experienced engineers and technicians
May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams
Perform other duties as required

Benefits

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
$750 monthly housing allowance
Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
Company-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
Internal progression opportunities