Director of Environmental Operations

Position : Director of Environmental Operations

Location : Tonawanda, NY

Pay Range : $125,000-$140,000

Celebrating 90 years in business, NOCO is proudly positioned at the forefront of energy innovation. With a foundation built on integrity, we are family owned and community focused.

If you feel you have the drive, dedication and passion required to be part of the NOCO family, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Summary

The Director of Environmental Operations will lead and manage the company's environmental operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and promoting sustainability initiatives.

This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence and supporting NOCO's mission to protect the environment through responsible waste management and industrial services.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the environmental services department, including hazardous waste management, emergency response, and industrial services.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and standards.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of environmental professionals.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure integrated and cohesive operations.
• Coordinate with the sales team to align operational capabilities with market demands, support business development, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Plan, manage, and execute environmental projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage budgets, resources, and financial planning for the department.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, clients, and community organizations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics.
• Respond to environmental incidents and emergencies, providing leadership and support as needed.

Supervision

• Responsible for general supervision of staff and development; this includes but is not limited to establishing staffing levels, scheduling, training, written evaluations, spot checks on quality, payroll and additional pay incentives.
• Oversee the teams to ensure the best use of vehicles, equipment and personnel.
• Work with corporate Human Resources to build and develop talent on the team, understand employees' career goals and provide coaching to get employees ready for advancement.
• Supervise and manage performance; ensure tasks are appropriately delegated and completed by monitoring performance and holding employees accountable for meeting expectations.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to team members. Hold supervisors accountable for feedback to team members, deliver corrective action and discipline when necessary, and document all performance issues.
• Ensure employees adhere to company policies and legal regulations and engage HR when appropriate. Actively support all corporate policies and standard operating procedures.
• Manage conflict and crisis; proactively anticipate, manage, and constructively resolve disputes and disagreements.
• Coordinate with human resources on any employee issues or concerns.

Safety

• Ensure safety checklists, inspections and toolboxes are completed as required.
• Ensure conformance of all federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Understand, provide leadership, and communicate safety goals and objectives.
• Orient, train, and coach all team members on safety requirements, ensure safety compliance and take appropriate action to address safety violations.
• Establish and maintain a clean, safe work environment complying with company and OSHA standards and perform monthly safety inspections, as assigned.
• Follow company policies to report and investigate all incidents and near-miss incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis and address performance and related discipline issues, as appropriate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified.

Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company

NOCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements
• Proven track record of managing operations and projects
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives
• Experience in budget management and financial planning
• Proficiency in relevant software and technology used in environmental operations
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental sustainability
21 hours ago