About the Position

Management Associate - Plant Operations /營運管理儲備幹部

Kaohsiung, Taiwan

About Veolia Group

Veolia Group is a French-listed multinational and the world leader in environmental services. As a Fortune Global 500 company, we aim to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 220,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions for water, waste, and energy management.

Veolia in Taiwan

Veolia has been present in Taiwan for over 30 years with significant investments. We are currently rolling out a large-scale CAPEX program to expand our local footprint, focusing on soil remediation, resource recovery, wastewater revitalization, and hazardous waste management.

We are seeking a Management Associate for our Hazardous Waste Treatment Plant.

During the initial phase, this role will focus on comprehensive learning and executing cross-unit operational tasks without direct line-management responsibilities. Through our structured development program, the candidate is expected to grow into a fully independent Operations Lead/Manager, who will subsequently be responsible for leading teams and driving department KPIs.

Responsibilities

Operations Rotation & Process Mastery: Participate in daily plant operations and master end-to-end operational processes in accordance with the structured training roadmap.
Production Scheduling & Operational Coordination: Assist management with production scheduling and cross-departmental alignment; track operational efficiency, equipment utilization rates (OEE), and continuous improvement initiatives.
EHS Compliance & Workplace Safety: Uphold strict environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards; assist with site-level risk identification, hazard assessments, and incident prevention.
Quality Control & Management Systems: Maintain operational records, SOPs, and documentation in compliance with international standards (e.g., ISO, 5S) and corporate governance guidelines.
Continuous Improvement Projects: Engage in operational efficiency, cost control, and process optimization initiatives, delivering data-driven performance insights.
Leadership Development & Succession Readiness: Progressively assume operational leadership responsibilities, building management capabilities to seamlessly transition into a line-management role.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related engineering disciplines.
Professional Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in chemical plants or process manufacturing environments.
Language Proficiency: Native or fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Preferred Qualifications

Industry Experience: Direct experience in hazardous waste management, incineration processes, Pollution Control Technologies (PCT), or environmental/utility systems is highly advantageous.
Operational Standards: Familiarity with-or strong willingness to learn-ISO management systems, 5S methodologies, and Lean continuous improvement concepts.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyze on-site operational issues, propose solutions, and track results using data-driven metrics.
Communication & Collaboration: Strong cross-functional communication and interpersonal skills to ensure seamless operational workflows.
Adaptability & Mobility: Proactive, highly resilient under pressure, eager to adopt new technologies and modern management frameworks, and willing to participate in overseas training programs when required.

We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

About the Company

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Management Associate - Plant Operations /營運管理儲備幹部

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