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Chief Environmental Specialist

Requisition ID: 142189

Location:

Green Valley, AZ, US, 85622

Category: Environmental

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

_At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career._ **_Apply Today!    _**

Where You Will Work  

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov andtucsonaz.gov (https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Home) to learn more.

Description

Under limited supervision plans, organizes, manages and evaluates designated engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.

+ Supervises, enhances and monitors designated engineering practices for the site

+ Reports environmental compliance issues and makes recommendations to appropriate site management for correction

+ Supervises or reviews, investigates and develops appropriate recommendations regarding planned engineering projects.

+ Supervises or may serve as Project Manager or technical expert, on large/complex site construction, expansion or modification engineering projects

+ Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations

+ Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment

+ Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas

+ Represents the site on company sponsored steering teams, such as Freeport-McMoRan Environmental Steering Team

+ Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

+ Associate's Degree in Environmental Science or closely related area (can substitute an additional 5 years of experience in mining or mineral processing operations for the degree requirement) and

+ Fifteen (15) years experience in environmental monitoring, sampling and reporting as an Environmental Technician , Specialist or in a closely related role

+ Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred: HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, and CHMM

Preferred

+ None

Criteria/Conditions

+ Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English

+ Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards

+ Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment

+ Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles

+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see

+ Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the course of the workday

+ Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required

+ Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws

What We Offer You 

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  **$110,000-$155,000** . This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance.  Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration.  Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements.  More details will be shared during the hiring process.  Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

+ Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits

+ Company-paid life and disability insurance

+ 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

+ Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave

+ Tuition assistance

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle

+ Internal progression opportunities

+ Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en\_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

•  What We Require   

+ Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.

+ Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.

+ Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

+ Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

_Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to_ [email protected]_ _._