Industrial Wastewater Assistant Plant Manager
About The Position
Woodard & Curran is seeking a full-time Assistant Plant Manager with a New Jersey N-1 Industrial Wastewater license to help lead operations and maintenance activities at a complex groundwater remediation facility in Bridgewater, New Jersey. In this role, you'll partner directly with the Plant Manager to support the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of a 0.3 MGD groundwater treatment system, two stormwater treatment systems, and associated infrastructure located at a large industrial site. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operations professional who enjoys balancing technical problem-solving, leadership, project management, and environmental stewardship.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in water, wastewater, groundwater remediation, stormwater treatment, industrial treatment, or related environmental operations.
- Demonstrated experience leading operators, maintenance personnel, contractors, or multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, equipment manuals, technical specifications, and operational data.
- Strong mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process troubleshooting skills.
- Experience supporting preventive maintenance, asset management, equipment reliability, and process improvement programs.
- Experience supporting capital projects, equipment installations, startups, or process modifications.
- Knowledge of environmental permits, compliance requirements, sampling programs, and reporting processes.
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and facility management software, including Hach WIMS and Utility Cloud.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- New Jersey N-1 Industrial Wastewater License required, or the ability to obtain the license within 18 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Groundwater remediation systems
- Industrial wastewater treatment
- Stormwater treatment operations
- Contractor management
- Budget oversight
- Environmental compliance programs
Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of groundwater and stormwater treatment systems.
- Help ensure regulatory compliance with permits, reporting requirements, and environmental standards.
- Coordinate maintenance activities and support asset management and equipment reliability programs.
- Assist with process optimization initiatives to improve system performance and efficiency.
- Manage and oversee contractors performing maintenance, construction, and specialty services.
- Support environmental sampling programs, reporting, and compliance documentation.
- Participate in budget management and tracking of operational expenditures.
- Assist with capital improvement projects, equipment installations, and system upgrades.
- Promote a strong safety culture and help ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Build positive relationships with clients, regulators, vendors, and site personnel.
- Provide support during operational emergencies, planned outages, and occasional after-hours activities.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- Medical and dental insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement savings programs
- Professional development and certification support
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee assistance programs and additional wellness benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
