Environmental Specialist II or Environmental Scientist II or Environmental Engineer II

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.  Apply Today!       Where You Will Work     In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.    Description 
 Under close supervision, assists in providing technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at assigned site.   Installs, operates, and maintains environmental and emission monitoring instruments and testing equipment. Analyzes data for compliance with regulatory requirements Evaluates and assesses environmental risk and develops programs for risk reduction Collaborates in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations Reviews and/or Prepares and maintains detailed records and files of environmental data and communications Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment Maintains basic working knowledge of national, regional and local environmental, occupational health, and other applicable regulations. Maintains knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures May provide leadership to less experienced engineers and technicians May serve as Project Manager or technical expert on small to medium-sized environmental projects (e.g., compliance, remediation, or reclamation) Leads or participates in regular audits and inspections of operations areas for purposes of ensuring compliance with site environmental policies, procedures and requirements of the Environmental Management System Coordinates the timely recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets in compliance with applicable legal and other requirements Tracks and reports the recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets as directed Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications 
 What You Bring To Freeport  Associate's Degree in Environmental Science or closely related area (can substitute an additional five (5) years of experience in mining or mineral processing operations for the degree requirement) and Seven (7) years ' experience in environmental monitoring, sampling and reporting as an Environmental Technician , Specialist or in a closely related role Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred: (US Examples include: HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM.) OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological or similar)  and  at least three (3) years environmental or related experience;  OR Master’s degree in Engineering in a related field  and  at least one (1) year environmental or related experience. Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred such as HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM. OR Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related natural science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management) or