Senior, Environmental Specialist

Talos Energy•Lafayette, LA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Environmental Specialist will oversee environmental compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and company policies. This role involves leading the preparation, review, and submission of environmental permits, reports, and regulatory filings. The specialist will provide technical guidance to leadership and operations on environmental requirements, compliance obligations, and emerging regulatory developments. Key responsibilities include leading environmental audits, assessments, and inspections, conducting risk assessments, and developing mitigation strategies. The role also entails managing environmental projects, partnering with various departments to integrate environmental considerations, and overseeing monitoring programs. A significant aspect of the position involves supporting sustainability initiatives, identifying opportunities for program enhancement, and developing/delivering environmental training. The specialist will represent the company with external stakeholders and provide environmental support during operational activities, audits, and incident response, which may include travel outside normal business hours. The role requires performing work in industrial and offshore environments, adhering to safety requirements, and maintaining necessary certifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive environmental experience required.
Significant environmental experience within the oil and gas, energy, or industrial sector.
U.S. deepwater experience required.
Demonstrated experience supporting offshore operations, environmental permitting, regulatory reporting, and compliance with federal and state environmental requirements.
Experience leading environmental assessments, audits, inspections, risk assessments, and complex environmental projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement environmental programs, policies, and procedures, while providing technical guidance and strategic recommendations to leadership and operational teams.
Working knowledge of U.S. environmental laws and regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, NEPA, and offshore regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of Safety and Environmental Management Systems (SEMS), environmental management systems, and environmental compliance processes, including risk assessment, auditing, monitoring, and corrective actions.
Proven ability to lead complex environmental initiatives, manage multiple priorities and stakeholders, and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret environmental data and identify risks and improvement opportunities.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical and regulatory requirements to diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop environmental professionals.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and environmental reporting, data management, and data analysis systems.
Must be able to successfully complete applicable offshore survival, safety, and medical certifications as required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Environmental Manager (CEM) certification preferred.
RCRA certification or related hazardous waste management training preferred.
NORM certification or related training preferred.
Certified Environmental Health (CEH) or similar environmental/EHS credential preferred.
Other relevant environmental, regulatory, or industry certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee environmental compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Lead the preparation, review, and submission of environmental permits, reports, regulatory filings, and other required documentation.
Provide technical guidance to leadership and operations regarding environmental requirements, compliance obligations, and emerging regulatory developments.
Lead environmental audits, assessments, and inspections, including the development and implementation of corrective actions.
Conduct environmental risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate operational and project-related environmental risks.
Lead environmental projects related to compliance, sustainability, environmental performance, and risk reduction.
Partner with Engineering, Operations, Safety, and other stakeholders to integrate environmental considerations into projects and operational activities.
Manage environmental project scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement.
Oversee environmental monitoring programs and analyze environmental data to evaluate compliance, performance, and trends.
Prepare and present environmental reports, analyses, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
Support the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives focused on emissions reduction, resource conservation, waste minimization, and overall environmental performance.
Identify opportunities to enhance environmental programs, processes, and performance across the organization.
Develop and deliver environmental training and provide mentorship and technical guidance to environmental staff.
Promote a culture of environmental stewardship, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Represent the company with regulatory agencies, industry organizations, consultants, vendors, and other external stakeholders.
Provide environmental support during operational activities, audits, inspections, regulatory matters, and environmental incident response, including travel outside normal business hours as needed.
Support environmental response activities and provide technical guidance during environmental incidents or emergencies, including travel outside normal business hours when required.
Perform work in industrial and offshore environments while adhering to all applicable safety requirements and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain the ability to work in varying weather conditions and safely navigate stairs, ladders, walkways, and uneven surfaces during offshore and field visits.
Complete and maintain all required offshore survival, safety, medical, and site-specific certifications necessary to support offshore operations.