Veolia · 1 month ago
Site Leader
Veolia is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States, specializing in water, waste, and energy management services. The Site Leader will oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and safety while fostering a collaborative work environment and maintaining high standards of compliance and customer relations.
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Responsibilities
Ability to take a direct, hands-on approach to operations, working closely with a small team on day-to-day tasks and decision-making
Willingness to lead by example, being actively involved in site operations and addressing issues alongside the team
Effective in leading and managing small teams, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and open communication
Ability to coach and mentor team members, developing their skills and ensuring they are cross-trained for operational flexibility
Focused on creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where every team
Experience in managing direct client communications, addressing concerns, and maintaining a high level of service satisfaction
People Management:
Foster a positive and inclusive work culture that promotes employee engagement, development, and retention
Provide strategic leadership, coaching, and mentoring to site-level personnel
Implement company employee recognition programs and address employee concerns promptly and effectively
Generally, supervise a staff of at least 5 FTEs
Safety:
Champion a culture of safety excellence by implementing and enforcing comprehensive safety protocols, procedures, and best practices across the site
Conduct regular safety training programs and promote individual accountability for safe work practices
Monitor and report on site-level safety performance metrics, including incident rates and near-misses
Promote a culture of safety accountability and individual responsibility
Compliance Management:
Ensure site operations comply with all relevant environmental, safety, and operational regulations, as well as contractual obligations
Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and maintain effective communication with regulatory bodies
Implement corrective actions to address non-compliance issues and collaborate with stakeholders on compliance matters
Operational Reliability:
Oversee the execution of site-level projects and operations to meet professional standards and deliver consistent, reliable results
Monitor project performance metrics, such as schedule adherence and quality, and address potential risks or issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and continuous improvement
Generally, manage water/wastewater facilities up to 5 MGD
Customer Relations:
Build and maintain strong relationships with site-level customers and stakeholders
Address customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner
Collaborate with teams to enhance customer experience and satisfaction
Represent the company at customer events and meetings
Financial Management and Cost Effectiveness:
Identify and implement operational efficiencies and cost-saving initiatives to drive profitability
Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence programs
Monitor and report on site-level financial performance and key cost metrics
Optimize resource utilization and reduce downtime through cross-functional collaboration
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED is required
5 years of leadership experience, 3 of which leading a small team, with a focus on hands-on leadership and operational oversight
Skilled in effective supervision, training, and personnel management
Demonstrated leadership, motivation, and team-building abilities
Proficient in conflict resolution
General understanding of project management and contract administration
Understands principles and practices of water/wastewater distribution/collection systems
Understanding of water/wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance
Knowledge of analytical methods for water quality analysis and data interpretation
Familiar with regulatory compliance reporting
Knowledgeable of relevant local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws applicable to water/wastewater operations
Familiarity with budgeting procedures, monitoring, and analysis
Capable of delivering exceptional customer service
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Must be able to obtain the required certifications
MA Wastewater Grade 6c
Preferred
A degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is strongly preferred but not required
Benefits
Paid time off policies
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Savings accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Paid volunteering
401(k) plan
Company
Veolia
Veolia group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation.
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.1MKey Investors
Emerging Capital Partners
2005-01-01Private Equity· $10.1M
Leadership Team
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