Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
| Company | Amentum |
|---|---|
| Location | Springfield, VA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Environmental, Health, and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively in a team environment
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain security clearance required (TS/SCI – with CI Poly)
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of environmental programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Conduct and participate in regular inspections, audits, and assessments to identify and mitigate environmental risks
- Support the management and oversight of stormwater management practices to reduce pollution and ensure compliance with Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) requirements
- Monitor air emissions, ensuring compliance with the Clean Air Act and other relevant standards
- Maintain various site permits and programs to include stormwater, waste water, air, waste, etc.
- Support universal and hazardous waste management activities, including tracking, storage, and disposal, in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Prepare and maintain accurate hazardous waste documentation and reports
- Assist in conducting environmental sampling, testing, and monitoring of air, water, and soil to ensure adherence to environmental standards
- Analyze data and prepare reports to communicate findings and recommendations
- Contribute to the development and implementation of sustainability programs aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of operations
- Participate in initiatives for energy conservation, waste reduction, and pollution prevention
- Assist in planning and overseeing environmental clean-up activities related to contamination or hazardous materials
- Keep detailed records of site assessments and remediation activities
- Collaborate with construction teams to ensure that project activities comply with environmental regulations and best practices
- Review construction plans to identify potential environmental impacts and recommend mitigation strategies
- Assist with the preparation of Environmental Assessments and impact statements or categorical exception documents in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
- Assist with the development and review of environmental related documents for construction projects to include dig permit requests, chemical use requests, safety data sheet reviews, air emissions calculations/record of non-applicability documents
- Support the development and delivery of training programs for staff related to environmental health and safety policies and procedures
- Promote awareness and understanding of best practices in environmental management across the organization
- Prepare and maintain regulatory reports and documentation necessary for government compliance
- Assist in the preparation of environmental reports and submittals required by regulatory agencies for various environmental programs
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management to support the EHS team and project goals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in hazardous waste management, stormwater management, or air emissions preferred but not mandatory
- Familiarity with industrial hygiene practices is a plus