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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 more than just a service provider; we're a unified team combining the expertise of industry leaders Quala, Boasso Global, and PSC. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with over 160 locations worldwide, our team of over 3,500 employees excels in offering a multitude of mission-critical services.

Position Overview

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 critical 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 sites New Jersey Toxic Catastrophe Prevention Act (TCPA) program.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $100,000 annual salary

Location: On site at our facility in Linden, NJ (Primarily)

Travel: 2030% (Additional support to Chesapeake, VA)

DCI 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

Primary Responsibilities

1. TCPA & Regulatory Compliance (Linden, NJ)

• Program Ownership: Manage, update, and audit the sites 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.

2. 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).

3. 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.

4. 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.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelors 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.