Field Area Manager - Water Technologies

Veolia Environnement SA•Norco, LA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Field Area Managers oversee industrial water treatment systems in a specific region for a company. They lead a team of Field Service Employees to ensure they meet targets and objectives. This role involves project leadership, people management, customer interaction, and technical skills to help grow our services operations.

Requirements

Technically proficient in understanding and addressing issues that affect Ultrapure Water Systems.
Understanding of instrument controls.
Knowledge of the water treatment process in an industrial setting.
Must excel at managing multiple tasks and following up both internally and externally.
A thorough understanding of industrial maintenance activities, including permitting.
Proficient in team building and management.
Experienced in change management.
Knowledge of Quality and Safety protocols.
BS degree in a technical field (e.g., Chemistry, or Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering), OR five years’ experience and relevant leadership experience in industrial water, wastewater, or food & beverage water treatment solutions or related field.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card.
Accountability
Initiative
Process Improvements
Project Management, Project Controls
People Management
Computer Proficient
Analytical Skills
Adaptability and Management of Change
Financial Acumen
Ability to read and redline engineering drawings and P&ID’s
Knowledge of OSHA Standards
Problem solving skills with a reliable and thorough approach to work
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Google Suite, Tableau, and Salesforce.
Certification in Project Management; Active training in Project Management coursework.
Six Sigma
Root Cause Analysis training
Wastewater License
Certifications or Advanced degrees in Mechanical or Electrical
Certifications or experience in Leadership
Experience in water plant operations or maintenance.

Responsibilities

Oversee industrial water treatment systems in a specific region.
Lead a team of Field Service Employees to ensure they meet targets and objectives.
Provide leadership and ensure the highest standards of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Quality for the site teams.
Lead and motivate Field Service Representatives, encouraging collaboration and a positive work environment.
Achieve the contractually required quantity and quality of water.
Be involved in the recruitment and professional development of Field Service Employees within the designated geographic area and contracts portfolio.
Track operational metrics, including system performance, employee utilization, overtime, and operational costs.
Assist in establishing robust connections with clientele.
Client interaction and contract analysis.
Collaborate with commercial leaders to develop and expand the business.
Supervise 10 to 15 employees within a region to ensure proper scheduling and utilization.
Collaborate with CAPEX project managers to maintain clear communication for smooth and efficient operations.
Manage small projects, including Mobile Water Systems and Refurbishments.
Review and edit engineering drawings & P&IDs.
Implement changes to improve project efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensure stakeholders are updated on modifications to the project and contract timeline, as well as scheduling.
Anticipate potential issues, such as outages, technical difficulties, and additional customer needs, and make necessary adjustments accordingly.
Schedule field service personnel and coordinate with territory managers to allocate equipment and purchase materials.
Estimate time, cost, and resource needs for each task.
Administer policies in EHS, Human Resources, and Fleet.
Assist in the career development and growth of Field Service Representatives.
Utilize data analysis and reporting to monitor contract performance.
Develop contract budgets and financial forecasts.
Manage operational and maintenance risks, escalate critical issues when needed.
Report project progress, staff utilization, and contract spend versus budget to leadership.
Administer Preventative Maintenance programs across various project lines and customer accounts, recording corrective maintenance actions.