Sr. Director Environmental & Sustainability

Plug Power is seeking a Sr. Director of Environmental & Sustainability in Albany, NY. This role involves leading environmental initiatives, developing management systems, setting sustainability goals, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing a global team. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 10+ years of EHS experience. The position requires travel up to 15% and aims to instill a culture of environmental stewardship within the organization.
Sr. Director Environmental & Sustainability

Position Summary: The Sr. Director, Environmental & Sustainability will report to the VP, EHS and will lead all aspects of environmental and sustainability initiatives for Plug Power. This role will oversee the development of a comprehensive environmental management system that includes auditing, regulatory interface and standards development and execution.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:
• Leading the environmental program and assisting the business units in implementing a consistent and standard program of sustainability across Plug Power facilities and customer sites.
• Outlining company wide and business specific sustainability goals, targets and KPIs.
• Monitoring and reporting corrective action closure, ensuring timely and sustainable solutions are implemented to prevent reoccurrence. Elevating KPIs and reviewing with senior leadership during regular operational reviews.
• Providing technical support and guidance on regulatory requirements and assist in developing solutions for complex compliance requirements and standards. Assemble competent teams to resolve challenges and reduce risk of non-compliance.
• Training leaders on environmental requirements. Instilling a culture of compliance and environmental stewardship throughout the organization and supporting a grassroots culture.
• Reviewing all current and future permit requirements and ensuring compliance to local, regional and federal standards.
• Managing a global environmental and sustainability team. Budgeting and setting goals and KPIs.
• Work directly with the executive team to determine Sustainability requirements and Dow Jones Sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Degree in Safety, Environmental or a related field from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience in EHS, including 5 years, leading, developing, and implementing companywide environmental programs and initiatives.
• Experience with air and water permitting.
• Ability to travel including international as needed, up to 15%

Desired Skills:
• Advanced degree or certifications in Environmental Science, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or Risk Management
• Experience and Knowledge of the NEPA process
• Proven track record of leading global teams and driving organizational change.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including successfully leading, coaching and mentoring others
• Regulatory knowledge and understanding of industry practices needed to reach compliance
• Skilled in use of data analytics and tools
• Well-developed problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to operate at multiple organizational levels
• Experience with RMP, IH, auditing, ISO, chemical management, Title V, ISO 14001

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.