ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Jun 11, 2025 - The Environmental Supervisor has certification in Level 4 KS Wastewater and Level 2 Water Operations. This role requires strong scientific and mathematical expertise, proven supervisory experience, and a solid understanding of food safety industry standards. The supervisor also demonstrates excellent leadership, problem-solving, and computer skills while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and optimizing business resources.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Environmental Supervisor Resume
- Waste Management
- Regulatory Knowledge
- ISO 14001
- Wastewater Operations
- Compliance Monitoring
- Risk Assessment
- Record Management
- Data Analysis
- Environmental Compliance
- Incident Investigation
- Communication
- Training
- Team Leadership
- Safety Training
- Government Liaison
- Community Engagement
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- External Resource Coordination
- Staff Supervision
- Compliance Issue Resolution


Summary of Environmental Supervisor Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Sustainability Studies with 4 years of Experience
- Familiarity, knowledge, and understanding of management principles and practices
- Familiar with the standard operating processes and procedures within a highly regulated environment
- Demonstrated skills in problem-solving, interpersonal relationships, and verbal and written communication.
- Customer service oriented
- Handle complaints and sensitive concerns courteously and confidentially.
- Familiarity with functions including Housekeeping, Materials Management, Food Services, Inventory and Planning
- Knowledge and understanding of organizational systems and workflow to supervise/manage properly
- Knowledge and understanding of continuous quality improvement, fiscal management, and departmental goals and programs
- Ability to multi-task, plan, and work within specific timelines
- Ability to work in an environment where there are multiple priorities
2. BA in Environmental Science with 3 years of Experience
- Certified Level 4 KS Wastewater Operator, and Level 2 Water Operator or ability to obtain certifications within 12 months of hire
- Proven supervisory experience
- Strong scientific and mathematical knowledge
- Confirmed ability to deliver processes effectively to optimize business resources
- Solid working knowledge of food safety industry practices and standards
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the facility
- Customer service focus.
- Ability to manage, prioritize, and follow through with all assigned tasks.
- Proficiency in computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and ability to learn and operate various software programs.
3. BA in Occupational Health and Safety with 1 year of Experience
- Demonstrable experience in Environmental Project Management and Delivery
- Knowledge of, or experience in, the Defence industry
- Involvement/affiliation with relevant Environmental panels or committees to help maximize industry networking and ensure technical cross-pollination
- Knowledge of the relevant Environmental legislation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience and proven ability in the provision of sound advice to management
- Demonstrated project, contract, and quality management experience
- Proficient in the use of software, including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other spreadsheet systems.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills
- Must be able to take direction, to work with minimal supervision, and to function cooperatively as part of a team
4. BA in Environmental Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- EHS management experience in a related industry, including consumer packaged goods, distribution/transportation, manufacturing, or grocery industry
- Knowledge and experience with EHS Management systems and their deployment
- Working experience in EHS auditing
- Professional EHS certification (CIH, CSP, CHMM, and/or PE)
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills including public speaking skills and presence in meetings and training environments
- Functional EHS knowledge in regulatory requirements, and EHS technical aspects (safety, industrial hygiene, environmental regulatory management, risk management, etc.)
- The ability to make and deliver training presentations
- Must work collaboratively with colleagues to create a results-driven, team-oriented environment
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and make independent decisions
- Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
- Use PC and related software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines