Spill Response Technician - UMIAQ Environmental

• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety and health programs for environmental projects, including hazardous waste site assessments, spill response, remediation, and environmental monitoring.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and site inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state-specific environmental regulations.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and contaminated waste in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Train employees on safety procedures, hazard communication, and emergency response protocols specific to environmental and spill response projects.
• Develop, implement, and maintain spill response plans, protocols, and procedures.
• Coordinate and lead emergency response efforts during hazardous material spills, ensuring rapid and compliant actions.
• Conduct regular training sessions and emergency drills for staff on spill response procedures and equipment use.
• Assess spill incidents and determine appropriate and effective response actions in the field.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, emergency responders, clients, and contractors during spill events and follow-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations across all project phases.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain accurate documentation and reports related to spill incidents, response actions, waste manifests, and field activities.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend preventive strategies to reduce the likelihood and severity of future spill incidents.
• Maintain, inspect, and track spill response equipment, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure operational readiness at all times.
• Participate in environmental audits and inspections, supporting project and safety compliance.
• Lead and support spill response and cleanup operations in a variety of field settings, including remote and arctic conditions.
• Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and ensure team compliance during field operations.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient and safe project execution during spill events and environmental cleanups.
• Conduct safety briefings, tailgate meetings, and field audits to reinforce a strong safety culture among project personnel.
• Assist in developing after-action reviews and debriefs, capturing lessons learned and opportunities for improvement in future responses.
• Support environmental project teams during non-spill periods by contributing to field coordination, sampling, and site assessment tasks.
• Apply strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure field situations.
• Stay current on industry trends, evolving regulations, and best practices in spill response and environmental health and safety.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field (preferred).
• More than 3 years of experience in site safety for environmental science projects, construction, or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and hazardous waste handling regulations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to enforce safety protocols in dynamic environments.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, HAZWOPER 40, CHST, CSP, or equivalent (preferred).
• First Aid/CPR certification (preferred or required).

• Knowledge of waste characterization and hazardous waste management under RCRA
• Experience in hazardous waste and hazardous materials management.
• Experience with oil spill response tactics, dispersants, and mechanical recovery.
• Knowledge of Arctic logistics and supply chain challenges for emergency response operations.
• Familiarity with wildlife protection and habitat restoration in Arctic spill response scenarios.
• Understanding of Indigenous community engagement and co-management practices in Arctic regions.

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