What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Specialist I position at NextEra Energy?
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Position Specific Description
NextEra Energy Transmission (NEET) has an immediate need for an experienced Environmental Specialist who will work closely with NEET Operations supporting environmental compliance.
Primary accountabilities include managing operational permit compliance tasks, assisting with onboarding new assets and integrating into operations, troubleshooting and developing strategies for environmental non-compliance issues, conducting operational audits, developing and delivering environmental trainings, and ensuring operational compliance tasks are completed (such as EPCRA Tier II reporting, SPCC compliance, waste management, wildlife reporting, and agency inspections).
The successful candidate stays current on federal and state environmental policies and regulations while effectively engaging with internal teams, regulatory agencies, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders. They will support resolution of complex environmental issues and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies. Experience with wildlife regulations, multi-state reporting, and contaminated media spill response is preferred. Some experience with site restoration, vegetation management and control of noxious / exotic vegetation would be a plus. Additionally, the candidate must be able to work long hours in the event of a storm, and exhibit behaviors consistent with our corporate values. Occasional travel may be required outside of Florida.
Job Overview
Employees in this position provide environmental compliance and permitting technical support for the company.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Provides environmental permitting and compliance technical support to business unit to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations
- Coordinates environmental consultants’ and contractors’ scopes of work
- Identifies and mitigates environmental risks
- Supports root cause analysis of environmental events
- Coordinates environmental due diligence for business unit construction and maintenance jobs
- Coordinates oversight of environmental compliance during construction
- Supports environmental permitting on business unit construction and maintenance jobs
- Translates regulations and permit conditions into meaningful instructions for business unit employees
- Provides project management support
- Communicates effectively about environmental permitting and issues
- Provides recommended solutions to environmental challenges to minimize environmental impact
- Develops environmental processes, procedures and environmental awareness training
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad / GED
- Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
- Experience: 2 years
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree
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Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Environmental/Chemistry/Rad Protection
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
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