Environmental Specialist

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Job Summary

The Environmental Specialist is responsible for implementing environmental programs within the Station and for providing guidance and support to company personnel in complying with environmental regulatory requirements and corporate environmental policy.

This role is responsible for sampling, analyzing and treating plant systems, environmental systems, and liquid effluents. Additionally, this role is responsible for implementing various plant environmental programs and reporting required by government regulations, company policies, and industry best practices. Responsible for data capture and recording of plant environmental parameters to trend conditions and advise operating crews of optimal plant status.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that environmental programs are implemented in a manner that complies with federal, state and local regulations and corporate policy.
• Disseminate information on environmental incidents, regulatory agency inspections, and developing local environmental issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and update local procedures to reflect current environmental requirements.
• Respond to, and follow up on, releases of oils and hazard substances in a timely manner.
• Review and update site-specific spill prevention and emergency response plans.
• Maintain environmental records and files.
• Provide assistance during emergencies and storm-related activities.
• Support the preparation of permit packages, regulatory reports and submittals.
• Assess project needs and procure services from outside consultants, as needed, to ensure project delivery.
• Review and provide comment on reports, studies, and recommendations prepared by outside consultants.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

• High school diploma/GED equivalent required
• BS or technical degree in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences or Engineering preferred
• Previous environmental or nuclear experience required
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving and teamwork skills. Strong knowledge of environmental laws, requirements and issues
• Strong commitment to working safely and positively contributing to a strong safety culture
• Ability to prepare reports and deliver presentations. Strong written and oral communication skill. Ability to plan, analyze and schedule activities.
• Must be able to exhibit high integrity, manage stress, build rapport and serve with a controlled demeanor.
• Should possess sound judgment and sensitivity.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to some of the skills listed above

Key Metrics

• Rapidly learn role and assume responsibility for assigned projects and tasks once trained.
• Meet all report and project deadlines on or before due dates.
• Demonstrate flexibility and drive in supporting multiple projects with strict and sometimes changing deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively with all levels of plant management
• Demonstrated proficiency and ability to independently solve complex scientific or technical problems in

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Energy Harbor Nuclear Op

Locations

Shippingport, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

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