Environmental Manager

Environmental Manager

PBF Energy Inc. is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are a growing organization seeking a talented Environmental Manager to join our team as a pivotal member here at PBF Energy. This role is located at Chalmette Refinery in Chalmette, LA.

Principal Responsibilities

Oversees the development, implementation and maintenance of departmental procedures in compliance with the refinery and company. Supervises work activities of environmental professionals assigned to various disciplines. Develops annual environmental objectives and targets for the department and the refinery. Directs the Environmental staff regarding the appropriate response to agency inspections, information requests, NOVs, etc. and ensures appropriate corrective actions are implemented. Interfaces with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) and other agencies as appropriate in settlement negotiations. Ensures that all periodic and event related reports are made internally and to the appropriate agencies per regulatory time requirements. Provides direction and training to other refinery departments relative to their environmental responsibilities. Interprets local, state and federal environmental regulation in order to determine the applicability of these regulations and develops appropriate compliance procedures and processes. Develops and implements management systems to ensure objectives are met and environmental compliance is maintained. Creates and maintains facility and department environmental policies and procedures as needed. Develops annual budget and controls / manages environmental expenses. Oversees contract requests / renewals for environmental contracts. Maintains environmental department organization chart / advisor responsibilities. Provides environmental support in emergency response events. Assists in incident investigations as needed. Provides guidance in the promotion, identification and scope development of pollution prevention, emission reduction, and waste minimization projects. Reviews new projects to ensure proper environmental permits are obtained. Stewards compliance and tracks metrics for PSMS 6.5 / 6.6 as well as monthly and biweekly metrics to corporate. Oversees and coordinates HSE compliance resourcing for PBF Logistics operations located in the region. Interfaces with all appropriate regulatory bodies, including LDEQ, LDC&E, USACE, and USEPA and serves as a refinery spokesperson with environmental regulatory agencies and community groups. Participates in local, state and national industry groups to ensure the refinery is aligned with standard industry compliance practices and to lobby for refinery interests.

Job Qualifications

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Environmental) or Environmental Science
• 10+ years of experience in the environmental industry with refinery experience
• Familiarity with industry process safety and environment regulations, work practices, and compliance strategies as well as knowledge of basic refinery processes, reliability principles, refining economics and basic budgeting and scheduling
• Sets high standards for safety, integrity, and operational excellence
• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong organizational skills
• Working knowledge of regulations with ability to analyze and evaluate rule changes for compliance
• Superior professional written and verbal communication / interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrates and accepts personal accountability for quality of work
• Strong understanding of risk based decision making, risk assessments, and available tools and resources
• Uses measured risk approach and risk-value analysis methods in all business decisions

Preferred Knowledge & Experience :

PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.