HES Specialist

Parkland

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As of November 1, 2025, Sunoco LP has successfully completed its acquisition of Parkland Corporation. For more information, please visit www.sunocolp.com.

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Competitive Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value.

A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go

The Opportunity:

Manage Health, Environmental, and Safety (HES) compliance across assigned facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance across all environmental media, supporting health and safety programs, and promoting a strong safety culture. The position manages environmental permitting, reporting, emergency response, and incident investigations while supporting continuous improvement in HES systems and performance.

Responsibilities:

Environmental Management

Maintain and update Facility Response Plans (FRPs) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
Manage environmental permits and compliance obligations, including:
- Air permits and reporting
- Stormwater, wastewater, and industrial discharge permits
Oversee hazardous waste programs (VSQG, SQG, and LQG), including reporting and pollution prevention initiatives.
Manage spill reporting, emergency response, and short-term remediation projects.

Oversee:
- Tier II reporting
- Tank registrations and reporting
- Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reporting

Coordinate and respond to regulatory agency inspections and information requests.
Conduct required agency notifications and environmental reporting across all media.
Perform environmental compliance training for facility personnel.
Conduct internal and external audits and track corrective actions to completion.
Provide guidance to site personnel on regulatory compliance strategies.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of compliance data through QA/QC reviews of reports, calculations, and regulatory submissions.
Identify, track, and escalate compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Standardize environmental programs, procedures, and documentation across all assigned locations.

Safety & DOT

Conduct HES training and communicate best practices across facilities.
Maintain safety documentation to meet OSHA, DOT, and company requirements.
Support and maintain safety programs, including:
- Critical Life-Saving Rule
- Management of Change (MOC) and Permit to Work (PTW)
- Employee engagement and safety recognition programs

Track and analyze safety metrics, including:

Incident rates
Safety observations
Hazard recognition activities

Inspection findings

Lead incident investigations using root-cause methodologies (e.g., Cause Mapping)
Communicate lessons learned and corrective actions.
Track and drive safety improvement initiatives

Emergency Response & Compliance Integration

Support and maintain Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) and coordinate drills and exercises.
Provide field support for spill response and incident management.
Integrate emergency preparedness into operations and training programs.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.

Security

Maintain and update facility plans.
Ensure alignment with company and regulatory security requirements

Regulatory Applicability & Change Management

Monitor and evaluate federal, state, and local regulatory changes and assess applicability to assigned facilities.

Implement updates to programs, procedures, and permits based on regulatory changes.

Contractor & Third-Party Oversight

Ensure contractors meet Sunoco HES training and program requirements in accordance with the contractor management program.
Oversee environmental contractors and consultants to ensure:

Deliverables meet regulatory requirements

Work is completed on schedule and within scope

Compliance & Oversight

Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies
Ensure completion of:

Routine compliance reporting

Recordkeeping requirements

Permit-driven obligations

Support the development and implementation of HES policies and procedures
Drive continuous improvement through:

Audits

Investigations

Best-practice sharing

Management Reporting

Prepare and present compliance status reports, key performance indicators, and risk updates to leadership.

Key Capabilities

Strong knowledge of:

Environmental regulations, including RCRA, Clean Air Act, and water compliance requirements

NSPS, MACT, emissions calculations, and air compliance programs

OSHA regulations and DOT requirements

Experience managing:

Air compliance programs

Hazardous waste programs

Stormwater and wastewater systems

Safety programs, including contractor safety and regulatory compliance initiatives

Demonstrated ability to:

Lead incident investigations using root-cause analysis methodologies
Conduct risk assessments and hazard evaluations

Develop and deliver HES training programs
Manage regulatory interactions and inspections

Influence and promote a positive safety culture across multiple facilities

Lead cross-functional compliance and continuous improvement initiatives

This role requires leadership, regulatory expertise, communication skills, and the ability to partner effectively with operations to drive safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible performance.

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required? Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We Want You To Shine:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters. Because You Do:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print:

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.

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