Senior Environmental Scientist

PURPOSE

Our client is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to assist the Environmental Manager with execution of IPNM environmental compliance and permitting responsibilities.

• Lead air, water and waste management compliance inspections.
• Manage and arrange for disposal of universal and hazardous wastes.
• Assist operations with implementation of best practice operational controls for environmental compliance.
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with regulatory personnel.
• Oversee the compilation of all relevant environmental data, statistics and information required by management, government bodies and agencies.
• Maintain and submit various records related to permit requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and review of permit documents.
• Lead environmental special projects (groundwater sampling, compliance stack testing, etc).
• Project management and contractor oversight.
• Environmental lead for continuous improvement projects.

• 5+ years of experience in environmental roles.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Civil or Mining Engineering, or related technical field.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Proficient with Google Earth and Microsoft Suite.
• Proficient in reading, analyzing and interpreting scientific data and information.
• Experience with NM BLM and Environmental Department is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience in mining or other heavy industry environment.
• Able to communicate effectively to management and hourly workforce.
• Experience working with federal, state and local environmental permitting preferred.
• Experience with Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conversation and Recovery Act.
• Knowledge of NEPA, MSHA, OSHA, DOT and other regulatory requirements preferred.