Environmental Senior Specialist - PGD Compliance Assurance

Requisition ID:  81177 

 

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

 

Position Specific Description

This position is within the Corporate Environmental Services (ES) Department of NextEra Energy (NEE) and supports Power Generation Division's (PGD) environmental compliance program throughout the fleet. Specifically, this position works on the PGD Environmental Fleet Team and focuses primarily within NextEra Energy Resources (NEER). The ES Senior Specialist - Compliance Assurance is responsible for helping to ensure compliance throughout the PGD fleet with applicable environmental laws, regulations, and standards.

 

The applicant must maintain current knowledge of pertinent national, state, regional, and local level environmental policies and regulations, have the ability to effectively interface with internal and external customers, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders, and be able to assist in resolving complex environmental matters.

 

The applicant must have the ability to provide senior level environmental staff support for operational facilities in power generation. Primary responsibilities include the follow:

 

• Support in environmental transition plan execution from construction to operations, ensuring compliance with environmental requirements and standards
• Support the training program for sites to utilize regarding environmental regulations, best practices, and compliance procedures
• Conduct operational reviews to assess compliance with environmental regulations and standards
• Perform condition assessments throughout the fleet to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential environmental impacts
• Facilitate change management initiatives related to environmental compliance, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption of new processes
• Conduct periodic inspections of facilities, equipment, and operations to identify and address any environmental compliance issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and legal, to ensure alignment with environmental compliance objectives
• Stay updated on relevant environmental regulations, industry standards, and best practices, and communicate changes to the organization
• Participate in environmental audits and regulatory inspections, providing necessary documentation and support
• Limited travel to various company sites as needed

 

Location: Juno Beach, FL or other regionally appropriate locations may be considered

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Environmental Science or Engineering), Master’s preferred
• Minimum of four years of directly relevant experience
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and standards, including but not limited to air quality, water quality, waste management, and hazardous materials
• Experience with compliance related software and/or data tracking systems
• Advanced oral and written communication skills as well as analysis, problem solving, compliance, leadership, and process/project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across different levels of the organization
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Environmental operations experience

Job Overview

Employees in this job are responsible for providing expert environmental support for new and existing facilities including due diligence, permitting, regulatory compliance, regulatory interpretation and development, and interface with Federal, State, and Regional agencies.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

•   Supports the company's compliance with environmental requirements
•   Performs comprehensive environmental due diligence reviews
•   Assists with facility compliance audits
•   Conducts environmental licensing and pe