Sr. Environmental Advisor

Sable Offshore Corp•Goleta, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Environmental Advisor is responsible for providing strategic environmental leadership and technical expertise to support Sable Offshore Corp.'s California oil and gas operations. This role ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, permits, and company policies while supporting safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient operations. The Senior Environmental Advisor serves as a subject matter expert, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Regulatory, and HSE teams to proactively identify environmental risks, develop compliance strategies, and lead environmental initiatives that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance. This position requires a highly experienced environmental professional with extensive knowledge of Federal and California oil and gas environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance programs. The successful candidate must be capable of independently managing complex environmental issues, leading regulatory interactions, and providing guidance during emergency response and project development activities.

Requirements

Minimum 15+ years of progressively responsible environmental compliance experience within the oil and gas, energy, or other highly regulated industrial industry
Experience leading environmental audits and regulatory inspections
Experience managing environmental consultants and contractor services
Extensive knowledge of Federal, California and Santa Barbara County environmental regulations and permitting requirements, including experience working with agencies such as: Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB),, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), California Coastal Commission, California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department.
Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations including, but not limited to: PHMSA Regulations, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Clean Air Act , Clean Water Act , SPCC Regulations , RCRA, CERCLA, EPCRA, Hazardous Waste Management, Stormwater Programs, Air Permitting, Wastewater Compliance and local land use codes and policies.
Demonstrated experience managing environmental permitting, regulatory reporting, inspections, and compliance programs
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to effectively communicate technical environmental requirements to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across multiple departments and regulatory agencies
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and environmental reporting systems
Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to field locations as needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and extensive environmental compliance experience will be considered
Support both offshore and onshore oil and gas operations is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary environmental advisor for assigned onshore and offshore oil and gas operations
Lead environmental compliance efforts to ensure adherence with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, permits, and company standards
Interpret complex environmental regulations and provide guidance to operations and leadership regarding compliance obligations and environmental risk management
Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental management systems, policies, procedures, and best practices
Prepare, review, and submit environmental reports, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory filings to internal leadership and government agencies
Coordinate and manage environmental permitting activities for facility modifications, maintenance projects, and capital projects
Conduct environmental compliance inspections, field audits, and site assessments to evaluate regulatory compliance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Lead investigations of environmental incidents, permit deviations, spills, releases, and non-compliance events, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
Oversee environmental monitoring programs related to land use, pipeline safety water quality, stormwater, wastewater, waste management, hazardous materials, and pollution prevention
Evaluate environmental data and trends to identify compliance risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies
Coordinate environmental contractors and consultants supporting permitting, monitoring, remediation, and compliance activities
Serve as a primary point of contact during environmental inspections and audits conducted by regulatory agencies
Build and maintain positive working relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
Provide environmental support during project planning, engineering design reviews, construction activities, and operational changes
Develop and deliver environmental training programs to employees and contractors to promote environmental awareness and regulatory compliance
Track environmental performance metrics and prepare management reports identifying compliance trends, key performance indicators, and improvement opportunities
Mentor and provide technical guidance to Environmental Advisors and other environmental personnel as needed
Support sustainability initiatives, pollution prevention programs, and continuous improvement efforts across company operations
Participate in emergency response activities as required
Must work onsite daily in Goleta, California
Perform other duties as assigned