3-5 years of experience in environmental compliance management within power plants or industrial operations.
Strong understanding of environmental regulations and permitting processes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex regulatory language.
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills to work effectively across all organizational levels.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet driving standards for the position.
Responsibilities
Design and implement environmental compliance programs for Hawaiian Electric and its subsidiaries.
Review and interpret regulations and provide training to operating personnel.
Coordinate environmental data collection and ensure timely reporting to regulatory agencies.
Serve as the primary liaison with environmental regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
Manage consultants and oversee the preparation of proposals for environmental services.
Act as project manager for environmental initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
Participate in emergency response activities as required.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Retirement savings plans with company matching.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance initiatives.
Employee assistance programs for personal and professional support.
Full Job Description
BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:
The P JG ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE Department of the P ENVIRONMENTAL Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)
JOB FUNCTION:
Provides technical and regulatory expertise in permitting and compliance requirements for designated area of environmental responsibility in support of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric, and Hawai'i Electric Light. Develops and implements environmental compliance training for electric utility facilities. Provides environmental technical and regulatory knowledge in support of the planning, permitting, design, construction, and operation of electric utility facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Designs and implements environmental compliance programs in support of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai'i Electric Light, including environmental review of facilities, to satisfy environmental requirements in cost-effective manner and provides technical support and coordination with regulatory agencies to enable operating departments to comply with environmental regulations and permit conditions in a cost-effective manner.
In consultation with higher level scientists, reviews and interprets existing and proposed regulations and permit conditions in consultation with regulatory agency personnel, and provides training to operating personnel. Assists in tracking and interpreting legislation and preparation of testimony.
Coordinates the gathering, processing, and validation of environmental data and insures timely preparation and submittal of environmental reports to regulatory agencies and customer requests, including selection and management of consultants and contractors.
Liaise, in coordination with other Environmental Division departments, with environmental regulatory agencies for facility inspections and reporting of deviations when immediate notification is required. Serve as the primary point of contact with the Department of Health Clean Air Branch inspectors. Act as department representative during environmental regulatory tours, inspections, and audits such as Department of Health, EPA, US Coast Guard, etc.
Prepares requests for proposal for consultant services, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations. Manages consultants to insure timely delivery of quality work products.
Functions as project manager for assigned projects within functional area of environmental responsibility. In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects and studies to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials. Serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.
In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects, studies, and strategic planning to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials. Provides leadership and serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.
Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge Requirements
Designs and implements environmental compliance programs in support of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai'i Electric Light, including environmental review of facilities, to satisfy environmental requirements in cost-effective manner and provides technical support and coordination with regulatory agencies to enable operating departments to comply with environmental regulations and permit conditions in a cost-effective manner.
In consultation with higher level scientists, reviews and interprets existing and proposed regulations and permit conditions in consultation with regulatory agency personnel, and provides training to operating personnel. Assists in tracking and interpreting legislation and preparation of testimony.
Coordinates the gathering, processing, and validation of environmental data and ensures timely preparation and submittal of environmental reports to regulatory agencies and customer requests, including selection and management of consultants and contractors.
Liaise, in coordination with other Environmental Division departments, with environmental regulatory agencies for facility inspections and reporting of deviations when immediate notification is required. Serve as the primary point of contact with the Department of Health Clean Air Branch inspectors. Act as department representative during environmental regulatory tours, inspections, and audits such as Department of Health, EPA, US Coast Guard, etc.
Prepares requests for proposal for consultant services, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations. Manages consultants to insure timely delivery of quality work products.
Functions as project manager for assigned projects within functional area of environmental responsibility. In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects and studies to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials. Serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.
In support of continuous improvement goals and objectives, participates in projects, studies, and strategic planning to improve existing practices, procedures, programs, policies, and training curricula and materials. Provides leadership and serves as a role model for continuous improvement behaviors.
Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.
Skills Requirements
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written skills and must be able to translate complex regulatory terminology into simple terms.
Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to effectively work with all levels of personnel.
Ability to read and understand highly technical information related to the power plant and environmental matters including engineering drawings, manuals and other power plant documentation.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety needs.
Ability to effectively handle difficult and/or sensitive issues while using tact, courtesy, and discretion.
Demonstrated continuous improvement skills including the ability to identify improvement opportunities, lead improvement teams, develop and apply standard work, and improve standard work through structured problem solving.
Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
Ability to become certified to perform EPA Method 9 Visual Emissions Evaluation.
Experience Requirements
Several years (3-5) of interpretation and application of environmental regulations and environmental compliance management in the power plant environment or industrial operations.
Role: Professional
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Kahului - Maui
Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Environmental Scientist [Req ID 10755] position is $89,100.00 to $113,700.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.
Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.
