Head of Environmental

APM Terminals Where Global Trade Meets Innovation Step into the engine room of global commerce. At APM Terminals Pier 400, you'll be part of one of the most advanced container terminals in the world. From cutting-edge automation to large-scale operations at the Port of Los Angeles, every contribution helps power global trade at scale. This is where innovation meets execution. You'll work alongside highly skilled teams leveraging technology, data, and operational expertise to keep cargo moving safely, sustainably, and efficiently. Here, your work helps shape the future of the maritime and logistics industry.

Why You'll Love It Here
Work at one of the world's most technologically advanced container terminals
Help drive sustainability and environmental leadership in a complex industrial environment
Partner with leaders across Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement, and HSSE
Influence high-impact initiatives that support decarbonization and responsible growth
Continuous improvement mindset – where curiosity is encouraged, root-cause problem solving is valued, and making things better every day is part of how we win
At APM Terminals
At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations.
Join us as we continue to shape the future of global trade and make a meaningful impact on communities worldwide. Discover your potential with APM Terminals and become part of a team that's redefining industry standards.
Head of Environmental
APM Terminals Pier 400 is seeking an experienced environmental leader to drive the terminal's environmental strategy, regulatory compliance programs, sustainability initiatives, and long-term environmental performance.
This role serves as the terminal's senior environmental expert, partnering with terminal leadership, corporate stakeholders, regulatory agencies, customers, and community representatives to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and advance environmental stewardship across the business.
The successful candidate will bring a strategic mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and deep expertise in environmental compliance within a large and complex operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute the terminal's environmental strategy aligned with business objectives and sustainability commitments
Serve as a trusted advisor to terminal leadership on environmental risks, compliance obligations, and strategic priorities
Establish environmental goals, performance metrics, and continuous improvement plans
Champion a culture of environmental responsibility and accountability
Environmental Compliance & Governance
Lead the Environmental Management System (ISO 14001)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, Port of Los Angeles, and corporate environmental requirements
Oversee environmental audits, inspections, reporting activities, permit management, and corrective actions
Monitor regulatory developments and evaluate potential business impacts
Sustainability & Operational Integration
Lead initiatives focused on emissions reduction, waste minimization, resource conservation, and sustainability performance
Partner with operational and engineering teams to integrate environmental requirements into projects and daily operations
Support terminal electrification, decarbonization, and other transformational sustainability initiatives
Stakeholder Management
Build strong relationships with regulatory agencies, customers, industry organizations, contractors, and community stakeholders
Represent the terminal during inspections, audits, permitting activities, and industry forums
Collaborate across APM Terminals and Maersk to share best practices and drive environmental excellence
Risk Management & Emergency Response
Identify environmental risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
Lead environmental incident investigations, corrective actions, and regulatory notifications
Maintain and continuously improve environmental emergency response programs
Provide leadership support during environmental incidents and operational disruptions
People Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing environmental team
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Build technical capability and succession strength within the organization
What We Can Offer
At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and development culture that empowers employees to excel. Through our commitment to continuous improvement and LEAN principles, every team member has opportunities to develop skills, grow professionally, and contribute to meaningful business outcomes.
We offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Career development and leadership opportunities within a global organization
Exposure to large-scale sustainability and environmental transformation projects
A collaborative and inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued
Opportunities to influence the future of environmental performance within one of the industry's leading terminal operators
Continuous learning and professional development programs
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field
10+ years of environmental leadership experience in a complex industrial, logistics, transportation, manufacturing, energy, or port environment
Strong knowledge of environmental compliance programs, regulatory requirements, and ISO 14001 management systems
Experience developing and implementing environmental strategies and sustainability programs
Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive cross-functional initiatives
Experience managing environmental audits, inspections, permits, and regulatory reporting
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Lean-minded: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a relevant discipline
Professional environmental certifications
Experience working with regulatory agencies and community stakeholders
Experience supporting decarbonization, electrification, or large-scale sustainability initiatives
Working Environment
This role is based 100% onsite at APM Terminals Pier 400 in Los Angeles. The position requires regular interaction with active port operations, heavy equipment, contractors, regulatory agencies, and terminal leadership teams. Flexibility to support environmental incidents, audits, inspections, and business-critical activities outside normal working hours may be required.
Salary:
$140K - $175K
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
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