Deputy Leader (Wastewater)

About the Position

Deputy Leader (Wastewater)

Naugatuck, CT, United States

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Responsibilities

• Foster Teamwork and Collaboration: Ensure smooth communication across all team members to align with team and site goals.
• Support Site Leader: Assist in managing team performance, identifying improvement areas, and offering coaching.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Liaise with the Site Leader, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Client Communications: Provide support in client communications and step into client-facing roles when necessary.
• Safety Management: Promote a safety-first culture, conduct regular safety checks, and enforce safety protocols.
• Mentorship: Assist the Site Leader in mentoring junior team members.
• People Management: Promote a positive work culture, manage resources effectively, communicate business initiatives, and mentor the team.
• Compliance Oversight: Oversee contract execution and ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and emergency response procedures.
• Operational Reliability: Monitor project delivery performance, maintain high standards of quality, and coordinate problem resolution.
• Customer Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, respond to inquiries and complaints, and collaborate to improve customer experience.
• Cost Effectiveness: Identify and implement operational efficiencies and cost-saving initiatives.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience: 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.
• Certification: Connecticut Class III or Class IV Wastewater Operator Certification required.

Skills

• Operational Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Systems Expertise: Knowledge of electrical, mechanical systems, and instrumentation and control systems.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SCADA systems, and CMMS.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with water quality testing, regulatory compliance, and basic troubleshooting skills.

We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $110,000 to $120,000 per year.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Paid time off, health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and 401(k) plan.

About the Company

Veolia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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.