EHS COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR

EHS COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR Join to apply for the EHS COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR role at Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. Reporting to the Manager of Support Services, the EHS Compliance Administrator plans, coordinates, and implements effective programs, practices, and processes to ensure ongoing compliance with all laws, regulations, permits, permit conditions, and other agreements related to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance at Shady Hills Energy Center. The Administrator serves as the primary site point of contact for all environmental, health, and safety compliance matters. Essential Functions Lead all EHS compliance activities in alignment with corporate and facility policies, permits, and regulatory requirements. Develop, implement, and track annual EHS plans, goals, and strategies that drive continual improvement in safety, health, and environmental performance. Coordinate with Seminole departments, contractors, consultants, and employees to ensure consistent application of EHS programs, policies, and procedures. Develop, monitor, and communicate EHS risk mitigation strategies; identify and recommend actions to prevent safety incidents, environmental exceedances, or regulatory noncompliance. Manage the EHS departmental budget and ensure efficient, value-driven resource planning. Maintain current knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and industry best practices through ongoing professional development and affiliations. Schedule and conduct EHS orientations for new employees, contractors, and visitors. Develop, deliver, and document EHS training and safety meetings in accordance with the annual training plan. Serve as a facilitator for the Safety Committee and ensure timely closure of action items and corrective measures. Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging employee engagement, hazard identification, and near‑miss reporting. Collect, review, and validate environmental and safety data for accuracy and completeness; prepare required reports to meet Federal, State, and local regulatory and permit conditions. Coordinate and participate in inspections, audits, and surveys with internal personnel, regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA, FDEP), insurance representatives, and contractors. Maintain detailed EHS records and documentation in audit‑ready form, including OSHA 300 logs, incident records, and environmental monitoring reports. Support Seminole Regulatory Compliance in preparing and submitting routine and noncompliance event reports to regulatory agencies. Lead or support investigations of EHS incidents, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Track and communicate lessons learned across facility and Seminole workgroups to promote continuous improvement. Analyze new and existing jobs, processes, and equipment to identify hazards and implement controls to reduce risk. Conduct regular safety and environmental inspections and audits to verify compliance with OSHA 1910/1926 and applicable EPA/FDEP regulations. Monitor facility operations, pollution control devices, and CEMS/DAHS systems to ensure compliance and reliability. Oversee proper management and disposal of hazardous, universal, and process wastes in accordance with regulatory requirements. Maintain PPE inventories, first aid and spill response supplies, and ensure readiness for emergency response. Manage the facility’s Hazard Communication Program, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) administration and labeling compliance. Provide EHS oversight and support during maintenance outages, construction projects, and special operations. Coordinate with contractors and internal departments to ensure safe work planning, permitting, and execution. Respond to site emergencies and EHS incidents as required. Review and recommend improvements to facility EHS practices, procedures, programs, and documentation. Maintain awareness of new or revised regulations and integrate applicable changes into facility programs and procedures; develop and maintain EHS procedures and conduct periodic reviews for conformance. Perform other related duties as assigned to support facility and corporate EHS objectives. NERC Compliance: Performs NERC Compliance Program roles if/as designated in Seminole’s Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM) including ongoing evidence retention in "audit‑ready" form. You should also be familiar with Seminole’s Enterprise Internal Compliance Program (ENT-GCD-RGC-EP-054) to further your understanding of Seminole's compliance program and your duties and responsibilities in the SOM. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, natural sciences, environmental sciences, health and safety, engineering, or the equivalent is required. Two (2) years of directly related work experience may be substituted for each year of required education. Five (5) or more years’ related work experience in industrial environmental or health and safety at a fossil fuel, combined cycle power plant, or industrial plant is required. Demonstrated proficiency with digital data systems and compliance management software is required. Professional certification as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Utility Safety Administrator (CUSA), Certified Industrial Hygiene (CIH), Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) certification, or an equivalent Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is preferred. Must possess or acquire an effective working knowledge of US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) air, water, and waste compliance, pollution prevention, health maintenance and monitoring, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements. Core Competencies Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical‑Thinking, Outcome‑Driven, and Professional Comprehensive understanding of Federal and State environmental compliance, including EPA, FDEP, and OSHA standards Demonstrated experience in Title IV/V permitting, health and safety compliance, and incident investigation Demonstrated experience and ability to deal with complex EHS situations and issues A self‑starter with a high degree of initiative and proven ability to lead and execute specialized EHS programs Auditing Technical knowledge/expertise Research, evaluation and analysis Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Windows based software applications Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities Proven leadership and facilitation skills in safety meetings and committees High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines Customer orientation Detailed tracking and recordkeeping Physical Requirements Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must be capable of walking, reaching, climbing, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report. Working Conditions Some travel and work outside of normal business hours. While working in certain areas of the facility there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment. Working in office and plant environment with frequent exposure to heat, noise, heights, confined spaces, high energy, and other aspects of an operating facility during site inspections. Must be able to access all areas of the facility and equipment. Must be able to work extended hours, nights, and weekends, as plant conditions and events require. Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice. Sign in to set job alerts for “Compliance Administrator” roles. Florida, United States $55,100.00-$99,000.00 2 days ago #J-18808-Ljbffr