Environmental Director

Diamondback E&P LLC
United States, Texas, Midland
Jan 30, 2025
CURRENT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using "Jobs Hub" in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Summary: We are seeking an experienced Environmental Director to lead and oversee Diamondback's environmental initiatives, including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction, regulatory compliance, sustainability programs, spills and waste management, and overall ESG impact. This role will develop and implement strategies to minimize environmental risks, enhance sustainability, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in oil and gas, environmental management, regulatory frameworks, and spills and emissions reduction strategies. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to: Develop and lead Diamondback Energy's environmental strategy, focusing on emissions reduction, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Lead corporate GHG emissions tracking, reporting, and reduction initiatives. Develop and implement methane emissions reduction strategies, including flaring and venting minimization programs. Develop continued spills reduction strategies and work with the Integrated Operations Control center to implement further actions Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to improve emissions monitoring and reporting accuracy. Drive sustainability initiatives, including carbon footprint reduction, renewable energy integration, and water conservation efforts. Engage with industry groups, governmental agencies, and non-profits to stay ahead of regulatory and technological trends in sustainability. Represent Diamondback Energy in regulatory meetings, industry conferences, and stakeholder engagements. Work cross-functionally with operations, legal, finance, and investor relations teams to align environmental strategies with corporate goals. Develop and track key spills reduction metrics, including trend analysis, and share reactive and proactive strategies with Operations personnel Lead a team of environmental professionals in both office and field locations, providing mentorship and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field. 10+ years in environmental management within the oil and gas industry, with a focus on emissions, sustainability, spills and soil management, and regulatory compliance. Strong knowledge of environmental regulations. Experience developing and executing sustainability and ESG strategies within a corporate setting. Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and collaborate across departments. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Work Authorization: Diamondback Energy is not currently sponsoring employment visas for this position. Diamondback is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diamondback provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, veteran or disability status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Diamondback participates in E-Verify. Learn more aboutE-Verify.