Stephen Bennett
Frankton,IN
Summary
At Element Resources, I spearheaded environmental compliance and sustainability strategies, significantly enhancing regulatory adherence and workplace safety. My expertise in environmental policy development and exceptional organizational skills led to the successful execution of complex remediation projects. I thrive in fast-paced settings, consistently meeting tight deadlines while fostering environmental awareness and conservation practices.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EnvironmentalManager/cordinator
Element Resources
08.1990 - Current
- Secured necessary permits for facility operations, maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements and reporting standards.
- Improved environmental compliance by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop sustainability strategies, aligning business goals with environmental objectives.
- Managed development, design and execution of energy conservation projects.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
- Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies through meticulous record-keeping and reporting.
- Reduced the occurrence of accidents by implementing safety training programs for employees.
- Implemented a proactive approach to hazard identification by regularly evaluating work processes and equipment for potential risks.
- Conducted air quality monitoring and analysis of air pollutants.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Oversaw remediation projects involving contaminated soil or groundwater treatment efforts while adhering to budget and timeline constraints.
- Conducted regular reviews of environmental policies and procedures, updating to reflect changes in industry best practices or regulatory requirements.
- Developed emergency response plans for addressing accidental releases of hazardous substances or other potential threats to public health or safety.
- Implemented pollution prevention measures, minimizing harmful discharges into air and water systems from industrial processes.
- Enhanced environmental awareness among employees through regular training sessions and workshops.
- Coordinated completion of permit applications and designs.
- Developed comprehensive waste management plans for reducing landfill disposal and increasing recycling rates.
- Served as a liaison between internal teams and regulatory agencies during inspections or investigations related to environmental matters.
- Prepared notifications and responses to regulatory inspections.
- Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal procedures were followed consistently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Optimized water usage in facility operations, identifying opportunities for conservation and implementing best management practices.
- Coordinated with external consultants on environmental impact studies, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting for informed decision making.
Education
GED -
Lapel High School
Lapel Indiana11-1987
Skills
- Environmental policy development
- Waste management
- Hazardous materials management
- Environmental permitting
- Air quality monitoring
- Environmental compliance
- Environmental auditing
- Water quality monitoring
- Environmental reporting
- Pollution control
- Workplace inspections
- Personal protective equipment
- First aid training
- Confined space entry
- Incident reporting
- Contractor management
- Environmental monitoring
- Air quality testing
- Compliance inspections
- Standard operating procedures
- Data collection
- Hazardous waste management
- Contaminated site cleanup
- Hazardous waste remediation
- Environmental remediation
Certification
Class B Certified waste water operator
Timeline
EnvironmentalManager/cordinator
Element Resources
08.1990 - Current
Class B Certified waste water operator
GED -
Lapel High School
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