Lafarge is a global Fortune 500 company and the undisputed world leader in construction materials with 2008 sales of over 19.3 billion Euros ($25.3 billion USD) worldwide. Based out of Paris, France, situated in 76 countries and employing over 90,000 worldwide, we hold top-ranking positions in each of our product lines: Cement, Aggregates & Concrete, and Gypsum, with solid appeal for energetic individuals. Coupled with a highly diverse work environment that thrives on an open exchange of ideas and experience, Lafarge is indeed an exciting place to build a career. Listed as one of the "100 Global Most Sustainable Corporations in the World" in 2008, we are looking for professionals who enjoy the challenge of a dynamic environment which can give the opportunity to drive your career path forward within the corporation. Celebrating 50 years in North America since the first Cement plant in British Columbia, we have significantly expanded our products, services and market to more than 1,000 sites throughout the continent and employing over 16,600 people. Visit our websites to learn more about the exciting opportunities that await you at Lafarge. Develop and build your career with us today!
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Reports to: |
Plant Manager |
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Travel Requirement: |
10 % |
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Position Summary : |
The Environmental and Public Affairs Manager is responsible for the compilation and interpretation of reporting requirements mandated by local, state and federal regulations and permits as well as internal Lafarge standards. Working with other department heads at the plant, the selected candidate assists in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and compliance strategies that ensure that the internal Lafarge Environmental Management System requirements are met. As the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, the Environmental and Public Affairs Manager is responsible for obtaining and modifying permits for all media (air, water, waste). The Environmental and Public Affairs Manager will provide support to the Plant Manager and take responsibility for the administration of the plant's public affairs plan, as well as advise the management team on the implementation of that plan. Additional responsibilities include leading the plant team in obtaining ISO 14001 certification and participating as a key member of the project group working to acquire a new plant flexible fuel permit that will include Fuel Quality Waste. |
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QUALIFICATIONS |
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Educational Background : |
Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences or related field. Master's degree preferred |
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Experience : |
Minimum of five to eight years of progressive environmental responsibility in a heavy manufacturing setting, state/federal regulatory agency, or consulting firm. Experience in Clean Air Act compliance and permitting is required. Experience in storm water permitting and management of a solid waste program is also preferred. Strong communications and leadership skills; a track record of innovative approaches to problem solving and achieving full regulatory compliance is a must; experience in working with community groups as well as the development and implementation of public relations programs. |
Lafarge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in our people, products and ideas.
First consideration will be given to applicants who live in the surrounding counties of Tulsa, OK. where the job is located, and who have the legal eligibility to work in that country.
SOURCE: ONLINE JOB WEBSITE 4/28/09
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