Veolia North America
Assistant Plant Manager (Deputy Leader)
Veolia North America, Ridgefield, Connecticut, us, 06877
Overview
Assistant Plant Manager (Deputy Leader)
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Veolia North America Responsibilities
Assist the Site Leader in managing daily operations, addressing operational challenges, and implementing process improvements to support safety, quality, and efficiency. Relay site goals, procedures, and updates to team members; promote clear, consistent communication and a positive, collaborative work environment. Act as a secondary leader, stepping in to lead site operations in the Site Leader's absence to ensure continuity of operations. Foster a safety-driven culture, ensure proper training, resources, PPE, and compliance with OSHA, State, and Veolia Safety and Environmental programs. Oversee contract execution for the site and ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, operating, maintenance, and emergency response procedures. Monitor project delivery performance, maintain high quality standards, and coordinate problem resolution while managing priorities. Promote a positive work culture, manage resources effectively, and communicate business initiatives and goals to team members; evaluate and mentor the team to drive performance and growth. Build and maintain strong customer relationships, address escalated issues promptly, and contribute to opportunities to improve customer experience and Net Promoter Scores. Support OPEX initiatives for efficiency and cost savings; assist with budgeting, cost control, and process improvements to increase operational efficiency. Independently manage facilities (generally less than 1 MGD) or support Site Leader with facilities (generally 1-5 MGD); align responsibilities with supervisor if part of a common project. Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background
High School Diploma/GED is required. A degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is strongly preferred but not required. Approximately 3 years of leadership experience, including 2 years in a supervisory or lead role focused on assisting leadership and contributing to operational success. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Operational Knowledge: Understanding of unit processes applicable to water and/or wastewater treatment facilities; water treatment processes (coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection) and wastewater treatment processes (primary, secondary, tertiary). Systems Expertise: Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and control systems for treatment plants. Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SCADA and CMMS is desirable. Additional Desirable Skills: Familiarity with water quality testing, regulatory compliance, basic troubleshooting, and ability to read technical drawings and schematics. Required Certification/Licenses/Training
Valid CT Grade 2 Waste Water license (minimum). CT Grade 3 Waste Water License (preferred). Physical Requirements
Regularly required to talk or hear; may stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, sit, use hands, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Work Environment
The work environment is usually moderate in noise level. Benefits
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off, health/dental/vision/life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more. Eligible employees may participate in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for represented employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. Veolia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Salary and benefits information posted are accurate as of the posting date and may be modified in the future according to applicable law. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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Assistant Plant Manager (Deputy Leader)
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Veolia North America Responsibilities
Assist the Site Leader in managing daily operations, addressing operational challenges, and implementing process improvements to support safety, quality, and efficiency. Relay site goals, procedures, and updates to team members; promote clear, consistent communication and a positive, collaborative work environment. Act as a secondary leader, stepping in to lead site operations in the Site Leader's absence to ensure continuity of operations. Foster a safety-driven culture, ensure proper training, resources, PPE, and compliance with OSHA, State, and Veolia Safety and Environmental programs. Oversee contract execution for the site and ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, operating, maintenance, and emergency response procedures. Monitor project delivery performance, maintain high quality standards, and coordinate problem resolution while managing priorities. Promote a positive work culture, manage resources effectively, and communicate business initiatives and goals to team members; evaluate and mentor the team to drive performance and growth. Build and maintain strong customer relationships, address escalated issues promptly, and contribute to opportunities to improve customer experience and Net Promoter Scores. Support OPEX initiatives for efficiency and cost savings; assist with budgeting, cost control, and process improvements to increase operational efficiency. Independently manage facilities (generally less than 1 MGD) or support Site Leader with facilities (generally 1-5 MGD); align responsibilities with supervisor if part of a common project. Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background
High School Diploma/GED is required. A degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is strongly preferred but not required. Approximately 3 years of leadership experience, including 2 years in a supervisory or lead role focused on assisting leadership and contributing to operational success. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Operational Knowledge: Understanding of unit processes applicable to water and/or wastewater treatment facilities; water treatment processes (coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection) and wastewater treatment processes (primary, secondary, tertiary). Systems Expertise: Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and control systems for treatment plants. Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SCADA and CMMS is desirable. Additional Desirable Skills: Familiarity with water quality testing, regulatory compliance, basic troubleshooting, and ability to read technical drawings and schematics. Required Certification/Licenses/Training
Valid CT Grade 2 Waste Water license (minimum). CT Grade 3 Waste Water License (preferred). Physical Requirements
Regularly required to talk or hear; may stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, sit, use hands, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Work Environment
The work environment is usually moderate in noise level. Benefits
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off, health/dental/vision/life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more. Eligible employees may participate in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for represented employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. Veolia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Salary and benefits information posted are accurate as of the posting date and may be modified in the future according to applicable law. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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