National Grid

National Grid is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist that will support Power Plant operations on Long Island, NY. The position will be located in Hicksville, NY. Knowledge of other environmental programs such as waste management, hazardous materials management, emergency response, water and wastewater discharge, fuel and chemical storage management is beneficial.. Oversee environmental facility maintenance of records required by government regulatory agencies and company Environmental Procedures such as CEMS, inspection records, forms, permits and regulatory reports and logs.. Bachelor Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, etc or related field experience. Good understanding of utility construction & operation practices

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About Us National Grid is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist that will support Power Plant operations on Long Island, NY. The position will be located in Hicksville, NY Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. Job Purpose General responsibilities include management and coordination/oversight of various environmental compliance and permit programs. Initiates, implements, manages and supports environmental programs, compliance and licensing activities. This job will focus on Air Emissions Monitoring and Reporting and air emission compliance. Knowledge of 40 CFR Part 75 and/or other air regulations a plus but not required. Knowledge of other environmental programs such as waste management, hazardous materials management, emergency response, water and wastewater discharge, fuel and chemical storage management is beneficial. Additional responsibilities may include licensing, permit compliance, regulatory inspections and oversight of environmental activities at company facilities. The position also requires the development and implementation of compliance programs in conjunction with the various operating organizations impacted; interaction with internal personnel, regulatory agencies and members of the public; and the ability to read and understand regulations, laws and statutes. The position may include the following responsibilities: <ul><li>Monitoring National Grid’s field operations and facilitate compliance with applicable local, state, federal & company requirements. Monitoring shall include understanding all environmental requirements for facilities where applicable including generation plants, LNG plants, gas transmission and distribution facilities, and operation centers. Provide and manage documentation of site visits/walkthroughs. </li><li>Responsible for the development and submittal of routine and non-routine regulatory reports and logs as required by federal, state and local regulations including EPA and NYSDEC regulatory submittals. </li><li>Assist in licensing and permitting of new facilities and modification or renewal or existing permits.</li><li>Evaluate the need for, develop and maintain documentation for facilities as required by federal, state and local regulations and/or National Grid’s Environmental Procedures. As appropriate, ensure that the contingency and spill prevention plan information is disseminated to public officials and company personnel.</li><li>Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding current and proposed federal, state and local regulations and National Grid’s Environmental Procedures. Participates in the development of new Environmental Procedures and the periodic review of existing Environmental Procedures. Act as Regulatory Issue Leader within the organization.</li><li>Develop close working relationships with Division Operations, Engineering, Plant and Facilities personnel, provides guidance on environmental issues and ensures National Grid’s Environmental Procedures and EMS are implemented</li><li>Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding the National Grid’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and participates in the implementation of the EMS including developing, implementing and tracking environmental Objectives and Targets and periodic EMS audits.</li><li>The position may also require direction and/or supervision of contractors and may require off-hour response for testing support or other environmental incidents. </li><li>Oversee environmental facility maintenance of records required by government regulatory agencies and company Environmental Procedures such as CEMS, inspection records, forms, permits and regulatory reports and logs.</li><li>Train and motivate engineering and specific line of business personnel to comply with all applicable federal, state and local environmental regulations, National Grid’s Environmental Procedures and EMS.</li><li>Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies, environmental consultants, contractors and hazardous waste vendors </li></ul>Key Accountabilities <ul><li>Regulatory reports must be filed within required deadlines.</li><li>Required documentation must be developed and maintained</li><li>Actively participate in development of Environmental Procedures, Policies, etc.</li><li>Develop excellent rapport with field engineering operations</li><li>Provide field support training</li><li>Regulatory liaison</li><li>Environmental emergency response management </li><li>Collaborates & communicates well with others and builds consensus around decisions impacting other organizations</li><li>May include acting as a subject matter leader and may include resource, coordination and/or management of others within the group including setting performance goals, performance management, </li><li>Coaching, and succession planning for the organization</li><li>Knowledge of environmental regulations is highly desirable. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills are mandatory.</li><li>Working knowledge of MS Excel and Access </li></ul>Supervisory/Interpersonal- Experience Required <ul><li>Analytical Thinking: Has the ability to identify relationships with multiple regulatory and organizational requirements and consider several likely causes or consequences.</li><li>Conceptual Thinking: Sees patterns or trends with regulatory changes to legislation and company environmental incidents and notices when something is similar to a past situation</li><li>Impact and Influence: Uses direct persuasion to influence relevant external stakeholders and National Grid employees using clear logic or a solid business case for change.</li><li>Customer Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for communicating environmental regulatory requirements to each part of the business and promptly communicates regulatory expectations to monitor delivery and satisfaction </li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li> Bachelor Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, etc or related field experience </li><li> 2 + years of professional experience </li><li> Demonstrated knowledge of environmental regulations </li><li> Demonstrated competency in environmental practice </li><li> Good understanding of utility construction & operation practices </li><li> Very good organizational and analytical skills </li><li> Ability to manage contractors </li></ul>More Information Salary $105,000- $124,000 a year This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience. National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise.  We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.  National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

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