Description
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Responsibilities
- The Regional Environmental Engineer (REE) will be responsible for environmental compliance at Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The REE will develop standards and policies to support regulatory compliance and provide environmental compliance guidance for regional operations and construction teams. The individual will complete environmental performance analysis, establish and monitor metrics, and guide the teams in implementation of Amazon environmental standards. The REE will work with internal and external partners that include government entities, contractors, consultants, design, construction, operations and other key stakeholders. This position is based in Jeddah and will require regular domestic travel and occasional international travel.
- The Regional Environmental Engineer must have excellent communication skills, strong environmental regulatory knowledge, particularly with respect to Saudi Arabia’s regulations and standards, demonstrated success in program management, and experience leading teams in complex and technical projects. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with non-traditional educational paths, career changers, or unique life experiences that have equipped them with the necessary skills and potential for this role.
- – Manage and oversee compliance with local, provincial and federal environmental regulations and Amazon policy.
- – Develop regional strategic programs by integrating with engineering, construction, and operations. Drive an environmentally responsible culture within the organization.
- – Function as a leader regarding regulatory agency interactions, permit evaluation and processing, and new process and technology introduction.
- – Ensure work performed by contractors, consultants, and employees is completed in accordance with Amazon standards.
- – Develop environmental metrics to measure, monitor and forecast performance.
- – Conduct thorough and accurate environmental audits for continuous improvement.
- – Prioritize and manage multiple technically complex assignments concurrently.
- – Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with governmental agencies and throughout the company.
- – Build collaborative relationships with various stakeholders to ensure risks are identified early and managed appropriately.
- – Submit time-critical reports to various governmental agencies.
- – Complete thorough and accurate environmental incident investigations and associated regulatory reports and develop appropriate corrective action.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, chemical or environmental engineering or related field of studyExperience serving as an environmental technical resource, program specialist, or program managerExperience with regulatory assessments, construction notifications environmental permitting, environmental incident notifications, wastewater authority discharge requirements, waste management and reporting requirements. Broad knowledge of Saudi Arabia’s federal and provincial environmental regulations and standardsExperience leading change in multiple site environments and the ability to influence those that are not direct reports or within your organizationFluent in Arabic, written and spokenPreferred Qualifications
Experience successfully implementing environmental systemsOrganizational and project management skillsOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please contact your Recruiting Partner for more information.
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