November 16, 2024

Southern Company

Pascagoula

FULL TIME

Compliance & Support Specialist

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Job Summary
The primary focus of this position is the safe and efficient management of system N (Demineralizers, Water Treatment & Wastewater) as well as managing the Environmental Compliance requirements of the plant. This position will also serve as a back-up in the management of our storeroom area.
The primary job functions will include:
Water Chemist

Work with Plant Operations to manage demineralizer operations with a goal of ensuring reliability, keeping feedwater and steam parameters within specifications, and reducing the cost per gallon of feedwater produced
Make prudent decisions on both the short and long term maintenance needs of System N equipment, keeping safety and equipment reliability a top priority.
Manage System N budget, as well as any associated O&M projects
Report on Water Chemistry parameters monthly
Manage chemical product and analyzer maintenance contracts

Environmental Specialist

Serve as the site environmental specialist
Manage the environmental equipment testing & monitoring requirements for all Units
Manage the Stormwater Pollution Prevention (SWPP) program
Manage all hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams
Complete all required compliance self-audits and document appropriately in Maximo
Manage Haz Com program to include onsite chemical inventory
Manage announced and unannounced state, federal and internal audits

Materials Specialist Support (Back-Up)

Process purchase & service requisitions
Locate materials required for the support of the units
Process & approve invoices in Oracle
Perform contractor orientations as needed

Job Requirements

BS Degree in Chemistry or other field of science with a minimum of 25 quarter hours or 15 semester hours of Chemistry highly desired or equivalent work experience.

Experience, Knowledge, & Skills

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems, read and understand schematic diagrams, and identify water process problems is required
Experience working with water chemistry analyzers and interpreting the data is required
Working knowledge of plant operations and equipment preferred
Knowledge of environmental regulations (air), preferred.
Knowledge of material management and inventory fundamentals, preferred.
Effective problem solving and analytical skills

Behavior Attributes

Models Principle Centered Leadership (PCL) and Southern Style behavior of unquestionable trust, superior performance and total commitment.
Excellent interpersonal skills, works well with others, build and maintain positive relationships with plant management, co-workers, peers, and external customers.
Utilized team approach with good communication skills and flexible.
Be pro-active and creative in meeting needs of the customer.
Strong ability to display ownership in assigned duties

Other Requirements - Candidates must be able to perform Essential Job Requirements.
Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, Diversity Inc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 8931
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Mississippi Power