Deputy Leader

About the role

The successful candidate will assist the Site Leader in managing daily operations, ensuring all activities align with organizational goals and operational standards. They will support the Site Leader in addressing operational challenges, providing hands-on assistance and contributing to quick, effective solutions. They will help relay site goals, procedures, and updates to team members, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the site.

Responsibilities

• Foster a safety-driven culture across the site, ensuring all employees have proper training, resources, and PPE.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, State, and Veolia Safety and Environmental programs.
• Oversee contract execution for the site, ensuring adherence to established environmental, health, safety, operating, maintenance, and emergency response procedures.
• Monitor project delivery performance, maintaining high standards of quality and consistent results.
• Coincide problem resolution and manage conflicting priorities effectively.
• 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.
• Support OPEX initiatives for efficiency and cost savings.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Support the Site Leader in managing team performance, helping to identify areas for improvement and offering coaching as needed.
• Provide support in client communications and be capable of stepping into client-facing roles when necessary.
• Assist the Site Leader in promoting a safety-first culture and conducting regular safety checks or audits.
• Assist the Site Leader in mentoring junior team members, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
• Demonstrate a desire to grow into a future leadership role, with a focus on developing both operational and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED is required.
• A degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is strongly preferred but not required.
• 3 years of leadership experience, 2 of which in a supervisory or lead role, with a focus on assisting leadership and contributing to operational success.

Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of unit processes applicable to water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of water treatment processes and wastewater treatment processes.
• Systems Expertise: Preferred knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical systems, and instrumentation and control systems for process monitoring and automation.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in general computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, data entry and management systems, SCADA systems (desirable), and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Familiarity with water quality testing and analysis techniques.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for equipment and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

Required Certifications/Licenses/Training

• Must have Grade 3 Water AZ license & Grade 1 Wastewater AZ license.

Benefits

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more. Employees are also entitled to participate in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement.