Sr Specialist II, Environmental, Lake Charles Refinery

Phillips 66 • Westlake, LA

5d • $160,200 - $195,800 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Sr Specialist II, Environmental at Phillips 66, you will help ensure our operations protect people, communities, and the environment while supporting safe, reliable performance at our facilities. You will coordinate field assessments, oversee key environmental programs, and guide teams in meeting evolving regulatory requirements. In this role, you’ll collaborate across the site and with regulatory agencies to uphold our commitments to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 or more years of experience working with state and federal environmental regulations and/or permitting across one or more media (air, water, wastewater, stormwater, waste, etc.)
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Experience supervising or providing general guidance to less experienced colleagues
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodations, to comply with the following: Operate company vehicle on site premises and/or public roads up to 5%
• Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, and perform occasional on-call duties
• Transport articles up to 50 pounds
• Climb ladders and stairs up to 200 feet
• Work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines, around chemicals and hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat, and in harsh weather conditions
• Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Science, or Environmental discipline
• 8 or more years of experience working with state and federal environmental regulations and/or permitting across multiple media (air, water, wastewater, stormwater, waste, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience with air regulations, air permitting, environmental compliance, or emissions reporting
• Experience in refining or similar heavy industrial operations, applying environmental regulations to complex process facilities
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and the ability to develop, implement, and improve programs to maintain compliance
• Demonstrated ability to plan and lead environmental audits, assess compliance performance, and implement effective corrective actions
• Proven skill in collecting, analyzing, and presenting environmental data to support decisions and communicate performance
• Experience engaging with regulatory agencies, including managing inspections, information requests, and permit negotiations
• Skill in communicating technical and regulatory information in clear, practical terms to a wide range of audiences
• Commitment to continuous learning in environmental health and safety, including emerging regulations, technologies, and industry best practices

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct field assessments of environmental issues to ensure operational activities meet company standards, permit conditions, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead oversight of environmental compliance programs across multiple media (such as air, water, wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, and waste), including permits, registrations, sampling plans, and monitoring activities.
• Plan and manage environmental audit and inspection programs, investigate incidents and compliance issues, and drive corrective and preventive actions through to closure.
• Monitor performance against health, safety, and environmental metrics, identify trends and risks, and recommend actions that improve compliance, environmental performance, and risk management.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance, and training on environmental requirements, policies, and procedures to operations, maintenance, and other stakeholders, translating regulatory obligations into practical expectations.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret environmental data from a wide range of sources, maintain accurate records and reports, and prepare required regulatory and internal submittals.
• Help design, implement, and improve environmental compliance and management programs, including spill prevention and sustainable environmental management initiatives, in line with changing regulations and industry best practices.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies and internal partners by coordinating inspections, responding to information requests, and supporting permit applications, renewals, and negotiations.

Benefits

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior