Sr. Coordinator, RGLNG Water & Waste (Ref ID: 125)

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development. We are also developing a potential carbon capture and storage project at the facility that is expected to make meaningful impacts toward a lower carbon future. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

The Sr. Coordinator, RGLNG Water & Waste is responsible for overseeing Rio Grande LNG’s environmental compliance program, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal environmental regulations by conducting audits, inspections, training employees, managing permits, and collaborating with various departments to identify and mitigate environmental risks, ultimately minimizing potential legal and financial consequences related to environmental issues. This position is located in Brownsville, TX.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the onsite waste and water programs (NPDES, RCRA, CERCLA, EPRCA, etc.) for the Operating Facility.
• Oversee implementation of key programmatic plans (SWPPP, SPCC, Waste Management, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan, etc.).
• Monitoring and verifying compliance with environmental conditions of regulatory approvals and applicable environmental regulations/guidelines.
• Management system documents and records management.
• Conduct assurance activities related to the Environment Compliance Program and associated management action plans.
• Hazard identification, inventory, and risk management.
• Environment training program, competency management and mapping of environment controls.
• Stay current with and interpret local, state, federal, and industry-specific environmental regulations.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and permit management, ensuring permits are up-to-date, compliant, and renewed as needed.
• Track and trend waste management, water discharge, assure accurate and timely reports.
• Interpret laboratory reports and analytical data to assure appropriate waste classification.
• Support effective and efficient waste storage, transport, and disposal practices.
• Monitor and oversee waste generation, storage, and disposal in accordance with environmental regulations.
• Advise and implement fit-for-purpose tools to manage waste profiles and environmental compliance tracking.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 8+ years in environmental waste management or environmental compliance within the oil and gas, pipeline, or similar industries.
• 4+ years of experience specifically in water and waste management.
• Ability to draft and update procedures in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a businesslike and professional manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, make recommendations and find cost-effective solutions to meet business demand.
• Verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed records to ensure compliance with all company policies as well as all local, state, and federal regulations.
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card and a valid driver’s license are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification in environmental management, water quality, or air quality is a plus.
• Research skills to stay updated on emerging environmental issues, technology, and regulation changes.
• 4+ years' onsite LNG operational experience.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and site plans.
• Excel