EHS Manager

Discover a career at Depot Connect International (DCI), a global leader in the Tank/ISO Tank Container Services and Tank Trailer Parts industry. We're a unified team combining the expertise of industry leaders Quala, Boasso Global, and PSC, with headquarters in Tampa, Florida, over 160 locations worldwide, and a team of over 3,500 employees.

About the role

The EHS Manager will oversee, implement, and maintain Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across 2 locations, with primary day-to-day oversight at our Linden, NJ flagship operation. This role ensures 100% compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NJDEP) across bulk liquid tank washing, intermodal depot storage, equipment and maintenance operations. A vital component of this role is serving as the subject matter expert and hands-on manager for the site’s New Jersey Toxic Catastrophe Prevention Act (TCPA) program.

Location: On site at our facility in Linden, NJ (Primarily)
Travel: 20–30% (Additional support to Chesapeake, VA)

Responsibilities

• TCPA & Regulatory Compliance (Linden, NJ)
  • Program Ownership: Manage, update, and audit the site’s NJDEP TCPA program, ensuring all risk management plans, Inherently Safer Technology (IST) reviews, and process safety management elements are meticulously maintained.
  • Agency Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for NJDEP audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting regarding TCPA and hazardous materials storage.
  • Process Safety: Lead Hazard Assessments, Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), and Management of Change (MOC) processes for chemical storage and tank wash operations.
• Regional EHS Leadership & Site Support
  • Multi-Site Oversight: Provide EHS guidance, training, and auditing support to secondary location in Chesapeake, VA.
  • Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate high-risk hazards unique to the industry, including confined space entry (tank cleaning, maintenance and inspection), fall protection (working atop ISO tanks/trailers), lockout/tagout (LOTO), and hot work (maintenance/welding).
  • Incident Investigation: Lead root-cause analysis (RCA) for all injuries, near-misses, and spills. Develop and implement robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Environmental & Waste Management
  • Wastewater & Air Compliance: Oversee the compliance of the tank wash wastewater treatment systems, discharge permits (NJPDES/POTW), and air permits.
  • Waste Management: Assist in the oversight of managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste characterization, profiling, manifest tracking, and disposal in compliance with RCRA.
• Culture & Training
  • EHS Training: Deliver and track mandatory EHS training, including RCRA, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, and TCPA-specific site awareness.
  • Safety Culture: Foster an active, proactive safety culture through daily floor presence, safety committees, and good catch reporting programs.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial tank cleaning, bulk logistics, or heavy industrial operations.
• TCPA / PSM Expertise: Direct, hands-on experience with NJDEP TCPA regulations or OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) is required.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep familiarity with OSHA (General Industry), EPA, and NJDEP regulations. Strong understanding of high hazard programs such as confined space, LOTO, fall protection/elevated work and hot work.
• Certifications: CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), or ASP preferred.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 30% to support regional facilities as needed.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be comfortable working in an industrial/depot environment, which includes climbing ladders and working in outdoor weather conditions.
• Requires the ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators, safety harnesses, and chemical-resistant clothing when necessary.

Pay

$80,000 - $100,000 annual salary

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays
• Optional health savings account & flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement