Sr. Coordinator, RGLNG Water & Waste (Ref ID: 125)

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION 

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development. We are also developing a potential carbon capture and storage project at the facility that is expected to make meaningful impacts toward a lower carbon future. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

The Sr. Coordinator, RGLNG Water & Waste is responsible for overseeing Rio Grande LNG’s environmental compliance program, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal environmental regulations by conducting audits, inspections, training employees, managing permits, and collaborating with various departments to identify and mitigate environmental risks, ultimately minimizing potential legal and financial consequences related to environmental issues. 

This position is located in Brownsville, TX. 

• Manage the onsite waste and water programs (NPDES, RCRA, CERCLA, EPRCA, etc.) for the Operating Facility.
• Oversee implementation of key programmatic plans (SWPPP, SPCC, Waste Management, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan, etc.).
• Monitoring and verifying compliance with environmental conditions of regulatory approvals and applicable environmental regulations/guidelines.
• Management system documents and records management.
• Conduct assurance activities related to the Environment Compliance Program and associated management action plans.
• Hazard identification, inventory, and risk management.
• Environment training program, competency management and mapping of environment controls.
• Stay current with and interpret local, state, federal, and industry-specific environmental regulations.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and permit management, ensuring permits are up-to-date, compliant, and renewed as needed.
• Track and trend waste management, water discharge, assure accurate and timely reports.
• Interpret laboratory reports and analytical data to assure appropriate waste classification.
• Support effective and efficient waste storage, transport, and disposal practices.
• Monitor and oversee waste generation, storage, and disposal in accordance with environmental regulations.
• Advise and implement fit-for-purpose tools to manage waste profiles and environmental compliance tracking.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 8+ years in environmental waste management or environmental compliance within the oil and gas, pipeline, or similar industries.
• 4+ years of experience specifically in water and waste management.
• Ability to draft and update procedures in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a businesslike and professional manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, make recommendations and find cost-effective solutions to meet business demand.
• Verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed records to ensure compliance with all company policies as well as all local, state, and federal regulations.
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card and a valid driver’s license are required.

• Certification in environmental management, water quality, or air quality is a plus.
• Research skills to stay updated on emerging environmental issues, technology, and regulation changes.
• 4+ years' onsite LNG operational experience.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and site plans.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and make informed decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance in LNG.
• Understanding of process relevant to LNG and major hazards working on an Operational site.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Job Site Work Environment 

·  Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. 

·  Operates in a complex construction environment. 

·   Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions. 

·   Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. 

·   Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits. 

·   Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction. 

·   Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

·  Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required. 

·   Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations.  

·   Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift. 

·   The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities. 

·   Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance. 

·   Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

·   Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods.  

·   May be required to enter confined spaces. 

·   May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance. 

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com.

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

·   Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

·   Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

·   Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

·   Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

·   Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

·   Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.