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Reworld Waste

Environmental Compliance Specialist

Reworld Waste, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Environmental Compliance Specialist – Reworld Waste

Join us in advancing sustainable waste solutions at Reworld Waste, a leader in providing innovative, carbon‑negative technologies.

Overview Reporting to the Facility Manager and supported by the Regional Environmental Manager, the Environmental Specialist ensures regulatory compliance and implements and maintains environmental management systems at the Reworld Niagara I Thermomechanical Treatment facility (waste‑to‑energy). The role includes monitoring emissions, preparing permits, liaising with regulators, conducting inspections, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Review and interpret continuous emissions monitoring system (CEMS) data regularly to ensure valid, quality‑controlled data is recorded.

Collect samples for in‑house analysis or third‑party analytical services as required by environmental permits, including stormwater and ash.

Prepare and file reports required by environmental permits.

Prepare and file permit renewal and modification applications.

Liaise with environmental regulators for audits and inspections.

Perform facility inspections at least weekly to ensure permit compliance and good housekeeping.

Coordinate with contractors and consultants to complete permit‑required activities.

Maintain compliance with Reworld internal environmental standards.

Review waste profiles to ensure permit compliance.

Proactively work with facility management and operators to resolve and prevent environmental issues, closely monitor production and maintenance activities, and assist in planning and executing scheduled outage work to maintain the highest environmental standards.

Complete root‑cause analyses for non‑compliance and track corrective actions through completion.

Audit downstream facilities such as metal recyclers and landfills.

Develop and complete environmental improvement projects.

Provide environmental training and technical assistance to facility employees to ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations and company environmental policy.

Track new and changing environmental regulations that could impact the facility.

Attend regular in‑person and virtual meetings, including daily morning meetings, monthly safety meetings, and staff meetings.

Participate in community outreach activities in the Niagara Falls area in coordination with corporate and regional staff.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field and a minimum of five years’ experience in the environmental field, preferably solid waste.

Working knowledge of New York State and federal solid waste environmental regulations.

Demonstrated experience developing permit applications and negotiating permit conditions for new permits or modifications.

Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to work independently and creatively within the regulatory framework.

Comfortable conveying company environmental and sustainability messaging to various stakeholders.

Strong computer, technical, and writing skills.

Annual salary ranges from $86,000 to $106,000, depending on experience, skill, and location. Reworld is committed to equitable pay.

Equal Opportunity and DEI Commitment Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support diversity, equity, and inclusion across our workforce.

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