Specialist, Environmental

Discover a Brighter Future 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

 

ABOUT Hermosa

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.

 

ACERCA de Hermosa

Hermosa, ubicado a aproximadamente 75 millas al sur este de Tucson, Arizona, es el único proyecto de minería avanzada en los Estados Unidos hasta la fecha que puede producir dos minerales designados como críticos por el gobierno federal: manganeso y zinc, así como también plata y plomo. El proyecto tiene el potencial de ayudar a impulsar el futuro energético limpio del país, reforzar la cadena de suministro nacional de minerales esenciales, hacer crecer la economía local y mejorar la calidad de vida en el condado de Santa Cruz y en las comunidades aledañas para las generaciones venideras.
 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• When you choose to contribute more into your retirement savings, South32 will match it up to a certain percentage.
• South32 provides you with 4 weeks paid time off.
• 12 weeks full-paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks full-paid parental leave for secondary carers.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

 

The primary purpose of the Environmental Specialist is to ensure compliance is met with all environmental regulations, company requirements and permit requirements associated with air, water, waste, hazardous materials, land and biodiversity programs for the Hermosa Project. Assist with inspections, sampling, monitoring, testing, recordkeeping, updating plans and reporting to maintain compliance for a fast-paced site with frequently changing activities and operations. Provide technical assistance and represent company environmental interests to management, employees, governmental/regulatory personnel, and others on matters regarding environmental management and compliance.  Research, analyze, prepare information that may include, but is not limited to air quality, water quality rules, regulations, codes, and standards.  Provide oversight of documentation of compliance with the various permits, plans, and commitments.  Maintain all environmental compliance databases, including Earthsoft EQuIS, including managing data, compliance requirements and environmental reporting. This role works Tuesday - Friday and is based at the Hermosa Project site, near Patagonia, Arizona.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permits, including AZPDES, APP, RCRA, SPCC, CAA, and CWA.
• Execute work in alignment with the South32 Sustainability Policy, Environment & Climate Change Standard, and other company standards, procedures, and policies.
• Promote and adhere to safe workplace practices and meet all company and MSHA safety requirements.
• Support and participate in an inclusive working environment by upholding South32’s Values and Code of Business Conduct.
• Interface effectively with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., site personnel, regulatory agencies, government entities, and professional/industry associations).
• Maintain current knowledge of environmental regulations and update environmental management systems accordingly.
• Support change management activities, including implementation of BMPs, review of new chemicals, Environmental Permit to Work, and project kick‑off meetings.
• Inform leadership of risks or environmental concerns that could impact the Hermosa Project.
• Develop and adhere to procedures and plans for environmental activities and permitted equipment as required by permits, regulations, and company standards.
• Lead or participate in regular audits and inspections of company operations and contra