Supervisor Environmental Services

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PSE's Environmental Services team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Supervisor Environmental Services position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Job Description

This position is responsible for directing PSE’s program to manage waste generated at PSE operations, construction sites, remediation sites, and from spills, in compliance with all applicable regulations. Leads a waste management team comprised of one scientist and six represented employees (Environmental Coordinators) to document, improve, and implement PSE’s waste compliance program. Provides a training program for compliance work processes to ensure employees who manage waste understand and adhere to all relevant regulations and standards. Trains and coaches cross-functional operational staff to comply with waste management requirements. Provides job aids, training, and coaching for crews and contractors responsible for waste management for construction projects, remediation sites, and the spill response program. Responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Waste Management Facility, in compliance with applicable permits. Responsible for tracking and responding to change to maintain compliance with waste regulations across changes in personnel, operations, and regulations.

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and field procedures related to the waste team’s work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically, and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations

Job Responsibilities

Waste compliance program management

- Collaborates across Environmental Services to ensure waste management compliance for PSE’s large generating facilities and other energy resource facilities

- Serves as PSE’s primary technical subject matter expert for waste management issues, providing support as needed to internal customers

- Directs the waste management team to support waste management for PSE operations and projects

- Directs the Environmental Coordinators to manage the waste that is routed to the Waste Management Facility

- Oversees daily operations of the Waste Management Facility and the facility’s compliance with its permits

- Coordinates with the Environmental Field Operations Supervisor to support waste management for construction projects, remediation sites, and the spill response program

- Coordinates with the Environmental Field Operations Supervisor to provide 24/7 coverage for emergency response for internal customers

- Stays abreast of changes in PSE operations, potentially applicable regulations, and industry best practices

- Assists in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly tracking of budget status

- Manages contracts with waste vendors

Environmental Management System (EMS) support

- Documents, improves, and implements PSE’s waste compliance program

- Provides an internal training program for PSE’s waste management, with tailored content by audience

- Provides access to external training to meet HAZWOPER and DOT training requirements

- Ensures proper recordkeeping for training, waste shipments, and other compliance requirements

- Builds and tracks the compliance calendar of recurring inspections, waste management tasks, and compliance deadlines

- Responds to inspection findings, audit findings, and reported incidents to correct root causes

- Provides written guidance, job aids, and coaching to solve problems and promote compliance

Team building

- Leads employees on the waste management team, providing them with:

- Clearly defined roles and responsibilities

- Coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities

- On-the-job training and opportunities for formal training

- Conducts performance reviews

- Challenges and inspires employees and colleagues to achieve business results

A culture of total safety

- Ensures employees adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements, including safety standards included in PSE’s Employee Health & Safety program

- Promotes achievement of safety goals and targets, setting clear expectations and holding employees accountable

- Conducts safety audits and inspections

- Eliminates hazards and at-risk behaviors upon discovery

- Participates in safety meetings

Minimum Qualifications

- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop and cultivate strong working relationship with crews, contractors , regulators, and the public.

- Bachelors degree in related field of expertise or equivalent experience.

- Experience using common office software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Internet, and email).

- Experience in management and handling of hazardous waste.

- Working knowledge of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets).

- Current 40-hour HAZWOPER and DOT Hazmat certificates.

- Strong understanding of hazardous materials.

- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external organizations/groups.

- Experience/understanding of environmental regulatory and compliance issues.

Desired Qualifications

- At least five years of increasingly responsible positions in directing field crews and project management.

- A combination of utility experience and environmental education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

- Strong background in construction and industrial /operations.

Additional Information

This position is part of the Environmental Compliance Operations Support (ECOS) Team, one of four groups that comprise Environmental Services. The person in this role is expected to coordinate closely with the ECOS Team’s Environmental Field Operations Supervisor to ensure environmental compliance across PSE.

At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package.

The pay range for this position is $83,600.00 - $202,200.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).

Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.