Sr. Environmental Specialist

Now hiring! Sr. Environmental Specialist

We are looking for a Sr. Environmental Specialist  to join our NAF team in Freeport, TX.

 

Come create chemistry with us!

 

Working with our team of waste, air and water specialists. You will oversee and direct environmental compliance programs, environmental management system, and LDAR program at the BASF Freeport Site. Working with our team of waste, air and water specialists. You will support, facilitate and implement environmental programs designed to assure compliance with corporate, federal, state and local regulatory requirements.  This position reports to the Environmental Manager in Freeport Texas.

As a Sr. Environmental Specialist, you create chemistry by...

•    Providing technical and regulatory expertise to ensure environmental compliance of air, water, and waste programs associated with federal, state, and local permits as well as company requirements at the Freeport site. Interface with regulatory agencies and third parties, as needed, on compliance and enforcement issues.
•    Ensuring compliance of the site Leak Detection and Repair and Potable Water System program by coordinating the testing and reporting of requirements between BASF operations, EHS personnel and contractors.
•    Working with site EHS specialists to develop an environmental compliance program. Assist specialist with interpretation and implementation of regulatory requirements If necessary. prepare applications for environmental permits and reports for air emissions. 
•    Acting as the lead SME for the BASF Environmental Compliance Software (Dakota). 
•    Providing strategic leadership and work with management on identified EHS issues/recommendations/opportunities to foster continuous improvement of EHS programs and culture.
•    Successfully engaging across the organization, you will proactively identify and prioritize opportunities, develop sustainable solutions, execute operational plans, and effectively manage business relationships designed to champion continuous improvement and overall environmental performance.

If you...

•    Bachelor's degree: (Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Science, or Science Degree) is preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
•    Experience with dealing with EPA programs, specifically Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) and Potable Water a strong plus.
•    Ability to work independently, prioritize projects, accept responsibility and follow through without close supervision combined with self-starter and initiative
•    Detail-orientation with excellent organization skills; effective communicators, both orally and written
•    Excellent interactive skills with regulatory agencies, operations, and management
•    Willing/able to serve as on-call environmental liaison on a rotating basis.

•    up to 5% travel possibility in this role

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

 

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!