Manager Environmental

Where You Will Work

• Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city.
• The site has a cutting-edge mine training facility with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms, and advanced simulators.
• You can live in Green Valley, Sahuarita, or Tucson, enjoying spectacular sunsets and mild winters along with numerous local attractions.
• Tucson offers attractions such as the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona, and Sonora Desert Museum.
• The area also features several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers, and more.

What You Will Do

Under general direction, plan, organize, manage, and direct environmental programs and systems for the assigned site.

• Establish and improve site environmental programs aligned with strategic goals.
• Lead regulatory compliance efforts across air, water, waste, wildlife, and reporting systems.
• Provide resources and guidance to environmental professionals as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Develop future leaders using company leadership tools and make informed decisions with broad organizational impact.
• Serve as the site’s environmental leader and representative for ISO 14001 systems.
• Report compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead sustainability initiatives aligned with ICMM SD Principles.
• Investigate and document environmental incidents.
• Manage environmental budgets and represent the site in industry forums.
• Champion safety and environmental practices through active participation and coaching.

What You Bring To Freeport

• A high school diploma/GED and 25 years of environmental management experience OR an associate degree and 20 years of environmental management experience OR a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline or a related natural science and 10 years of experience in environmental management.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance, permitting, and incident protocols.
• Working knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commitment to safety and hazard recognition.
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with environmental regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, State/Federal, NEPA, etc.).
• Experience working in an industrial facility and ability to manage a dynamic operation and environmental regulatory setting.
• Strong leadership skills with supervising staff of varying experience and disciplines.
• Project Management experience.

What We Offer You

• Estimated annual pay range: $130,000 - $180,000.
• 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.

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.