Environmental Manager

Job Description

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Job Description:

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a Environmental Manager to join our team based in Mobile, AL .

The Environmental Manager will be an essential part of the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility. This dynamic individual provides the daily guidance for all aspects of environmental compliance (air, water, waste) and continual improvement (ISO 14001) for the site. The position will report to the Sustainability Manager of the Mobile Manufacturing Facility, within the Operational Excellence and Performance Management Organization.

Meet the Team:

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery - working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety - along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your Working Environment:

On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
  
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
  
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
  
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
  

Your Challenges:

• Leads the daily management and improvement of the site Sustainability & Environmental Program within the framework of a certified ISO 14001:2015 environmental management system to ensure regulatory compliance.
  
• Ensure the site is in ready condition for annual ISO 14001:2015 internal and external certification audits. Coordinates the audits and any follow up actions.
  
• Implements and monitors environmental strategies and action plans to ensure regulatory compliance.
  
• Maintains all applicable local, state and federal regulatory documentation and recordkeeping and reporting as necessary for an expanding Large Quantity Generator (LQG) facility.
  
• Liaises with all applicable internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress towards maintaining regulatory compliance and achieving environmental goals.
  
• Leads environmental site audits, routine surveys, launch/track corrective actions, and monitor trends.
  
• Provide program support to all departments regarding regulatory compliance requirements and standard operating procedures.
  
• Leads the development and review of technical documents including environmental policies, procedures, programs and guidance documents.Reports to Site Leadership any regulatory changes impacting the Mobile Manufacturing Facility.
  
• Supporting the Sustainability Manager in meeting corporate and site sustainability targets, develop plans to meet those targets and oversee the delivery.
  
• Review and provide guidance for all waste handling and disposal processes.
  
• Investigate environmental events to determine how such events can be prevented.
  
• Delivers training and communication efforts related to employee, visitor, and contractor training programs.
  
• Delivers specific projects that contribute to sustainability goals of Mobile Manufacturing Facility.
  

Your Boarding Pass:

• Bachelor Degree in industrial and/or Environmental Engineering or related fields, or certification with 10 years proven experience in an industrial environment.
  
• The position requires extensive knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
  
• Experience in implementing and managing an ISO 14001:2015 program
  
• Ability to understand and apply government regulations related to hazardous materials and wastes.
  
• Understanding of emerging topics and technologies
  
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
  
• Ability to maintain and ensure the confidential nature of the position.
  
• Experience or training in project management.
  
• Excellent Google Workspace skills is a necessity.
  

Preferred:

• Certifications: PE, CHMM, ISO 14001:2015 Lead and/or Internal Auditor, or any other related certifications in environmental management (Desired)
  

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite 100%
  
• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
  
• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
  
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
  
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
  
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
  
• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
  
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
  
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
  
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
  
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.
  
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.
  
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
  

Eligibility:

• Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.
  

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Sustainability
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Job Posting End Date: 06.01.2026

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